Name the change
Mood, behavior, sleep, school, eating, relationships, and family stress all belong in the conversation.
Care & Services / Mental & Behavioral Health
A familiar place to begin the conversation
Pediatric primary care can help identify mental, emotional, relational, and behavioral concerns early, offer initial support, and connect families with the right level of care.
ForChildren, teens & families
ApproachThoughtful, connected pediatric care
AppointmentsSchedule online or call 720-941-1778
Care built around your child
Care built around the whole child
Changes in mood, behavior, sleep, school, eating, relationships, or family functioning can be signs that a child or teen needs support. Families do not have to know the diagnosis before asking for help.
A visit may include listening, age-appropriate screening, an initial assessment, brief guidance, follow-up, and coordination with behavioral-health professionals or community services when appropriate. Available services depend on current staffing and the child’s needs.
How this care can help
Start with the concern. We will help organize what comes next.
Screen thoughtfully
Screening can identify concerns that deserve a fuller assessment; it is not a diagnosis.
Choose the right level
The next step may be primary care, behavioral health, school support, or specialty care.
Protect safety
Urgent or life-threatening concerns need crisis or emergency support, not a routine message.
A clear next step
A clear plan for what comes next
If a child or teen may hurt themselves or someone else, cannot be kept safe, has taken an overdose, or is experiencing another life-threatening emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department. Call or text 988 for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. Do not use email or ordinary MyChart messaging for an emergency.
A member of your care team
Tara Garvey, LCSW
Behavioral Health
HealthySteps Specialist and licensed clinical social worker focused on infant and early-childhood mental health.
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Preparing for a Teen Well Visit
A teen well visit is preventive care, a health-skills lesson, and a chance for both the family and teen to raise concerns—including some private time with the clinician.
Learn moreHelpful before your visit
Questions families often ask.
Schedule on MyChart, or call our office if you’re unsure which appointment best fits your child’s needs.
Can I raise a concern during a well visit?
Yes. Mention it early. A separate appointment may be needed for a complete assessment.
Does screening give a diagnosis?
No. Screening identifies concerns that deserve further conversation or assessment.
Does Sapphire provide ongoing therapy?
Services depend on current staffing and clinical need. Call so the team can explain the most appropriate available starting point.
Ready when your family is
Start with a conversation.
Schedule on MyChart or call our office if you need help choosing the right visit or preparing for your child.