CANS Assessments
At The Therapy Corner Counseling & Consulting, PLLC, we provide comprehensive CANS assessments designed to identify the emotional, behavioral, and developmental needs and strengths of children and adolescents. Our evaluations are structured and evidence-based, tailored to support effective treatment planning, and provide clinically grounded documentation for families, providers, and community systems.
We provide CANS assessments for:
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Schools and educational support teams
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Child Protective Services (CPS)
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Foster care and adoption agencies
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Juvenile justice programs
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Managed Care Organizations (MCOs)
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Parents or caregivers seeking a comprehensive behavioral evaluation
Who should consider a CANS assessment?
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Children and teens ages 6–21
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Youth involved in CPS, foster care, or juvenile systems
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Families seeking guidance on emotional, developmental, or behavioral concerns
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Providers needing documentation for Medicaid or agency services
What to expect from your CANS assessment
Our licensed and CANS-certified clinicians conduct each assessment in accordance with Texas Medicaid and HHSC standards. Each session typically includes:
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A 60 to 90-minute clinical interview and structured evaluation
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Delivery of services in-person or via telehealth for client convenience
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Comprehensive documentation of results, shared with families and authorized agencies
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Use of assessment findings to inform treatment planning, referrals, or external documentation
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