Complex Care

Consultation Services for Medical Providers

California Child and Adolescent Mental Health Access Portal (Cal-MAP)
https://cal-map.org/
(800) 253-2103 – medical professionals only
Cal‑MAP (California Child and Adolescent Mental Health Access Portal) is a free, statewide behavioral health consultation and training program designed specifically to support primary care physicians caring for patients ages 0–25. Think of it as having a child psychiatrist, psychologist, and care coordinator on speed‑dial—to help you manage youth mental and behavioral health needs within your practice. Cal‑MAP provides:

  • Same‑day provider‑to‑provider psychiatric consultations (phone or e-consult)
  • Guidance on screening, diagnosis, and medication management for common pediatric mental health conditions such as Autism, ADHD, depression, anxiety, eating disorders, substance use, disruptive behavior disorders, and more
  • Free CME/CEU‑eligible mental health trainings
  • Resource navigation for referrals and local supports (via social workers)

Project ECHO:
https://www.profoundautism.org/research/the-research-we-fund/echo-autism-intense-behaviors/
ECHO Autism: Intense Behavior aims to increase access to best-practice assessment, diagnosis, and treatment for people with Autism and intense behavior, including severe emotional dysregulation, self-injurious behaviors, and physical aggression towards others. This group meets twice a month for child and adolescent psychiatrists, general psychiatrists, and other prescribing clinicians, including developmental and behavioral pediatricians and neurologists.

Autism Society Options Policy

The information provided on this webpage is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any medical condition. Sleep disorders can have many causes, and symptoms may vary from person to person. Individuals experiencing persistent sleep difficulties, loud snoring, breathing pauses during sleep, excessive daytime sleepiness, behavioral changes, or other health concerns should consult a qualified healthcare professional, sleep specialist, psychiatrist, psychologist, neurologist, gastroenterologist, or primary care provider as appropriate.

Do not start, stop, or change any medication, supplement, including melatonin, or medical treatment without first consulting your healthcare provider. Information on this page should not be considered a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.