Mission Prep (866-640-9764), a leading name in adolescent mental health care in California, has released a new guide explaining California’s laws regarding the age of consent for teen mental health treatment.
-- Mission Prep is pleased to be bringing teens, parents, caregivers, families and support networks greater clarity regarding the age of consent in California in their new guide to teen mental health treatments. They understand that these laws are often complex and can put teens off seeking care.
More information is available at https://missionprephealthcare.com/blog/california-age-of-consent-for-teen-mental-health-treatment/
As a specialized mental health provider that highly values teen’s autonomy, Mission Prep believes that teenagers deserve the right to seek care independently if they need to, an instinct supported by the State of California, which allows children as young as 12 to seek out mental health treatment without parental consent.
As they explained in their new guide, California law permits minors aged 12 and older to consent to outpatient mental health treatment and counseling if they are deemed mature enough to participate intelligently. While parental involvement is generally encouraged, it is not required in every case—especially when involving parents might be detrimental to the teen’s wellbeing.
The guide also outlines key limitations and conditions, such as the exclusion of medication prescriptions and inpatient services without parental involvement. Therapists may also inform parents if they believe it’s in the minor’s best interest, provided it does not pose a risk to the teen.
By clarifying these laws, Mission Prep’s guide aims to provide both adolescents and their support systems with the knowledge they need to access treatment confidently and legally.
Mission Prep takes a similarly balanced approach in their own mental health treatment services—which privilege a teen’s right to autonomy, confidentiality and trust, while respecting and reinforcing the harmony of the family unit.
They call this their ‘Vote & Voice’ methodology. As their spokesperson explained, “Our unique ‘Vote & Voice’ methodology honors teen autonomy while providing the structure and family involvement that research shows leads to sustainable recovery.”
They added, “While we embrace California’s progressive approach, which empowers adolescents to take charge of their mental health, we recognize that effective treatment requires a delicate balance. This is why we facilitate collaborative family discussions that respect both legal requirements and therapeutic best practices.”
Mission Prep encourages teens and their caregivers to get in contact with any questions they may have about California’s minor consent laws. Their compassionate and knowledgeable team is available online and over the phone to offer reassurance to families and teens who are trying to seek care.
For more information, visit https://missionprephealthcare.com/
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Name: Nathan Di Tomaso
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Organization: Mission Prep
Address: 30310 Rancho Viejo Rd., San Juan Capistrano, California 92675, United States
Website: https://missionprephealthcare.com/
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