Our History
In 1962, community leaders recognized the need for a state-of-the-art facility for individuals with developmental disabilities where they could receive high-quality services under one roof. This vision lead to the creation of the
Child Study Center. The Child Study Center is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.
Our Impact
Since its establishment, the Child Study Center has served more than 250,000 children and their families. Assessments, treatment and education are provided by highly-trained professionals. Each year, CSC serves approximately 2,200 children from 6 Texas counties and 7 states. These children generate about 12,000 visits annually to CSC. Through the Children’s Care Fund, CSC assists families from all backgrounds and socio-economic levels, with 74% of children served from low- to moderate-income households.
Our Services
Robert W. Decker Developmental Pediatrics
- Doctors and nurses trained in sub-specialty developmental pediatrics
- PhD level psychologists provide assessments
- Serving children birth to age twenty-one
- Doctors utilize more than 130 diagnoses to identify specific developmental disabilities, the most common include ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, and developmental delays
Behavior Analysis Department
- Specialists trained in Applied Behavior Analysis, the only evidence-based and scientifically proven method
- Therapeutic opportunities for children ages 3 to 8 with autism
- Intervention and therapy for problem behavior
- Family training to mitigate problem behavior at home
Jane Justin School
- Individualized classroom instruction for students ages 3 to 12 with developmental or behavioral disabilities
- Cutting-edge, scientifically validated teaching techniques
- Low student-to-teacher ratios (7-to-1 or less)
- Teach skills to help students be successful in traditional settings
Our Goals
- Raise awareness of developmental and behavioral disabilities and advocate for the families of children affected
- Grow national prominence as a Center of excellence
- Foster community partnerships and raise funds to support our mission to serve children with complex developmental and behavioral disabilities
Child Study Center
1300 West Lancaster Avenue
Fort Worth, Texas 76102
817-336-8611
