Transitional Age Youth Support Program (TAY)

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TAY is a program for emerging adults ages 15-24. Here, we elevate youth to be active agents in their own mental health and prepare for the transition to independence. TAY offers counseling when and where a youth needs it. We work with youth to create a plan that will help them to stabilize and achieve their goals. Treatment is outcome-based, individualized and adaptable to meet their specific needs while also being informed by the research on the most effective interventions. TAY offers a treatment team approach for those in need of more intensive services. Youth with multiple systems involvement benefit from care coordination that helps navigate needs and work towards youth-inspired outcomes. Peer counseling supports youth and families with new skills learned in therapy to overcome barriers and maintain recovery.

How do I make a referral?

Anyone can make a referral to CYS’ TAY program, including youth self-referrals. Please contact the Integrated Counseling Phone Line at (360) 918-7860 or by Email icd@communityyouthservices.org to make a referral or fill out the form below. To send a fax to the Integrated Counseling team please send fax to 360-584-9265.

Program Office Locations

Thurston County

914 7th Ave SE, Olympia, WA 98501

Mason Transit-Community Center
601 W Franklin St. Shelton, WA 98584

Services to Youth and Families

All TAY services are home, school or community based services that can include:

  • Individual Counseling
  • Psychotherapy
  • Co-Occurring Treatment
  • Risk & Harm Reduction
  • Peer Counseling
  • Family Counseling
  • Psychiatric Support
  • Medication Management
  • Crisis Intervention and Prevention
  • Linkages to Community Services
  • Skill-building
  • Caregiver Support
  • 24/7 Crisis Intervention
  • Wraparound Support
Who can receive TAY services?

TAY services are for young people between 15 and 24 years who:

  • Are receiving Medicaid (click here to apply for Medicaid) *limited availability for youth without medicaid*
  • Live in Thurston or Mason Counties
  • Who experience challenges that can be addressed through mental health counseling
Expected Outcomes

Expected outcomes include:

  • improved safety and well-being
  • improved behavioral health
  • increased resiliency
  • improved relationships
  • substance use recovery
  • improved school and vocational performance
  • decreased involvement in the criminal justice system
  • improved mood related to depression and anxiety

For more information, contact the Integrated Counseling Phone Line at (360) 918-7860.

Make a Referral to the TAY Program

TAY Referral

  • (name, relationship, contact info)