ykes and Teens is a non-profit agency based in Palm City, Florida that is dedicated to supporting and strengthening our community through quality prevention, education and social-emotional healing services for children and their families.

The agency was founded in 1996 by Jeanne P. Ralicki, ACSW, LCSW and Jeffrey S. Shearer, ACSW,LCSW who were concerned by the lack of affordable, accessible mental health services for local children.

Tykes and Teens is a Medicaid provider, accepts most insurance, and also provides services on a sliding scale fee basis, greatly reducing the cost to families seeking help.

Our services include General Mental Health Counseling as well as a wide range of specialized programming that help families cope with issues including Sexual Abuse and Domestic Violence, Drug and Alcohol Abuse, Suspension from school, and more.