Behavioral Health Services

Behavioral health is a key component of the body's overall health. It refers to the state of mental, emotional, and social well-being, and the behaviors and actions that affect wellness. The term behavioral health care encompasses the support systems that promote stable well-being, prevent mental distress, and provide access to treatments and services for mental health conditions.

 

• Promoting positive social–emotional development.
• Offering no-cost services to families.
• Helping to create safe, nurturing early-learning environments where all children can thrive. 

Carlos Olson LMFT, MPH is a bilingual, bicultural Behavioral Health Practitioner with nearly two decades of experience in the behavioral health field. He has worked across a wide range of settings, including outpatient clinics, private practice, crisis clinics, hospital settings, and a Tribal Federally Qualified Health Center. 

 

Throughout his career, Carlos has served in diverse roles, including as a practitioner, program supervisor, and Behavioral Health Director.  His background includes providing therapy and other behavioral health services to youth, adults, families, and groups. Carlos is excited to collaborate, serve, and support prevention and early intervention efforts within the Early Care and Education Department, with a focus on improving the health, well-being, and educational outcomes of youth and families. 

 

Outside of work, Carlos enjoys spending time with his family, including his three dogs, Mia, Guero, and Kiwi. 

Holding a B.A. in Psychology, Alex brings a strong foundation in the field along with a deep commitment to mental health and wellness that guides both her professional and personal work. Her experience spans a range of roles, including serving as a crisis hotline interventionist for California State University, Northridge; working as an Applied Behavior Analyst supporting children under 12 years of age; serving as a program coordinator for adult mental health supportive community services through T-MHA; and, most recently, contributing to prevention and early intervention efforts through the SBCEO Health Linkages Mental Health Program.

Alex is passionate about supporting her community by building meaningful connections between families, schools, and the resources they need to thrive. As someone who is bilingual in English and Spanish and proudly bicultural, she brings cultural awareness and inclusivity into everything she does. She strives to ensure that every youth and family feels seen, supported, and empowered—ready to move forward with confidence toward their future.

In her leisure time, she enjoys hiking, visiting new restaurants and locations, and spending time with friends, family, and her Frenchie