Who is at Risk?

At S.T.E.P.S. With Horses, we consider an individual (under the age of 18) to be "at-risk" if they meet one or more of the following criteria:

• History of trauma or abuse
• Severe mental health concerns
• From family with limited economic means
• Neglect or stressful home environment
• Lack of social and/or emotional support​

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The Facts and Challenges for Texas' At-Risk Youth

• 1 in 5 youths have diagnosable mental health disorder
• 175,000 children suffer from severe mental health needs
• Only 1 out of 3 children who qualify for public mental health services receive care
• Texas ranks near the bottom in money spent on public mental health care
• Nationally, the percentage of children hospitalized for thoughts of suicide has doubled over the last decade

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How STEPS Can Help

• Our goal is to have a scholarship provide services for free or a reduced cost based on financial need.
• Our staff is trained and experienced in working with youth as young as 4 years old with serious mental health issues.
• We can address a variety of concerns including but not limited to:
  • Self-harm behavior
  • Depression and other mood disorders
  • Trauma, abuse, and neglect
  • Attention-related problems
  • Anxiety
  • Anger and aggression
  • Bullying and self-esteem issues

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Who Else We Serve

military members & Family

Others with mental health needs