About
Our Director, Dr. Ryan J. Madigan, founded BCSC in 2013 to provide better treatment outcomes for youth and families compared to “plain old therapy.” Dr. Madigan was also driven by a desire to expand access to cutting-edge treatment, training and research. Since that day, “treatment, training and research” has become the unofficial motto of BCSC.
Our Mission
We are committed to providing expert care to all families who need it. Our mission is to eliminate all barriers to effective care by:
- Disseminating evidence-based assessment and treatment through our collaborative team approach at the individual, group, caregiver, family, school, and community level.
- Increasing access to expert care through flexible, innovative, and culturally relevant delivery methods.
Meet Our Leadership Team
Meet the team behind our expert approach and commitment to patient-centric care.
What Sets BCSC Apart?
Evidence-Based Treatment
When you come to BCSC, our team becomes your team. You gain access to top professionals from pediatric psychiatry, clinical psychology, behavioral analysis, family therapy, and more, all working to help you or your child thrive.
Expert Support
All treatments are not created equal. At BCSC, we’re on the frontlines of what’s working in treating child and adolescent mental health and behavioral challenges. You’ll get peace of mind knowing you or your child is getting the best support.
DEAI Commitment
Collaborative Clinicians
Our highly collaborative and adaptive clinicians and support teams consistently strive to break down barriers associated with standard mental and behavioral health services — no matter our patients’ ages.
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