About this service
Marin Behavioral Health and Recovery Services (BHRS) provides early childhood behavioral health resources to support the social, emotional, and behavioral well-being of young children and their families. These efforts focus on promoting healthy development, strengthening caregiver-child relationships, supporting early identification of concerns, and connecting families and providers with appropriate information and resources.
Early childhood behavioral health is part of Marin BHRS prevention and early intervention work and supports healthy development during the earliest years of life.
Who this service is for
This information is for:
- Parents, caregivers, and families with infants, toddlers, and young children
- Early childhood providers, educators, and family support professionals
- Community organizations and partners serving young children and families
- Individuals seeking information about social and emotional development in early childhood
- Anyone interested in prevention and early intervention supports for young children
Details
About early childhood behavioral health
Early childhood behavioral health (ECBH) focuses on the social and emotional development of young children and the relationships that support their growth.
This includes helping children:
- Build secure and supportive relationships
- Express and manage emotions
- Develop self-regulation and coping skills
- Thrive in family, early learning, and community settings
Program goals
- Promote healthy social and emotional development in young children
- Support strong and nurturing caregiver-child relationships
- Increase awareness of early childhood behavioral health needs
- Encourage early identification of developmental, emotional, and behavioral concerns
- Connect families and professionals with supportive resources and information
Why this matters
Early childhood is a critical period for development. Early experiences shape long-term health, learning, and relationships.
Providing support during these years helps:
- Build strong foundations for lifelong well-being
- Address concerns early before they become more serious
- Support healthy relationships and family stability
- Improve outcomes for children and families
Role in prevention and early intervention
Early childhood behavioral health is a core part of Marin BHRS prevention programming and aligns with Behavioral Health Services Act (BHSA) prevention and early intervention goals.
These efforts help:
- Reach children and families early
- Promote equity in access to support and services
- Strengthen community systems that support young children
Related resources
Related prevention resources may include community training and education, peer support, family-focused wellness programs, and other Behavioral Health Services Act prevention and early intervention materials.
Organizations providing ECBH PEI services: