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.