Early Childhood Better Together (ECBT)
ECBT Is an innovative, grant funded, diagnosis-agnostic behavioral health program designed to support children ages 3-5 with emerging behavioral, emotional, developmental, communication, or sensory needs. ECBT bridges the critical gap between Early Intervention and school-based services by providing coordinated, interdisciplinary care. By identifying concerns early, coaching caregivers, and delivering home and community-based services, ECBT helps children build the skills they need to thrive while reducing the need for more intensive services later. The program is designed to improve school readiness, strengthen families, and serve as a scalable model for early childhood behavioral health across Massachusetts.
Refer a Child If…
- Child is 3-5 years old.
- Has emerging behavioral, emotional, developmental, communication, or sensory needs.
- The child is transitioning from Early Intervention.
- The child is waiting for school-based services or evaluations.
- Child/Family may benefit from interdisciplinary support.
- Multiple providers are involved and coordination is needed.
- Early intervention could prevent concerns from escalating.
- Located in: Great Lowell Community
Children Do NOT Need…
- An autism diagnosis
- A mental health diagnosis
- An IEP
- ABA eligibility
- Prior behavioral health treatment
Who can refer:
Parent/caregiver, Early Intervention, pediatrician, childcare/preschool, school, DCF, CBHC, CSA, behavioral health provider, or other community partner.
ECBT Services
- Interdisciplinary assessment
- Mental health services
- Behavioral supports
- Occupational therapy
- Family Partner support
- Caregiver coaching
- Home/community-based services
- Coordinated care planning
OUR CARE PROCESS
A collaborative, family-centered approach to mental health care that supports children and their families from referral through a successful transition to school.
Serving: The Greater Lowell Community
To inquire about services:
childrens@edinburgcenter.org