Growing up isn’t always easy. Kids change fast - physically, mentally, socially and emotionally — and sometimes these changes can come with challenges. At Banner Children’s, our child development and behavioral health experts are here to support children, teens and families facing cognitive, developmental, emotional or behavioral concerns.
Child development and behavioral health cover the skills and changes your child goes through as they grow:
Your pediatrician often tracks milestones - growth benchmarks for speech, motor skills, social interaction and more - to spot early signs of concern.
Our specialists diagnose and manage a wide range of developmental, emotional and behavioral conditions in children and adolescents. Some of the conditions we help with include:
No matter the issue, our goal is to help your child thrive - in school, relationships and everyday life.
When you come to Banner Children’s for evaluation, our team will carefully assess your child and partner with you to develop a comprehensive care plan. Services may include:
We believe treatment should be holistic - addressing your child’s strengths, challenges and environment, not just symptoms.
In the Phoenix area, Banner Academy offers tailored educational support for children with emotional, learning or developmental challenges (e.g. autism, significant learning disabilities). It combines schooling with therapeutic services in one setting.
Learn more about Banner Academy.
Behavior is deeply connected with mental health. Children and teens may experience anxiety, depression, or stress related to health challenges, family changes or daily life.
Whether triggered by illness, transitions or just everyday pressures, mental health needs care and support.
Find out more about mental health in children.
Facing developmental or behavioral concerns can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to do it alone.
Banner Children’s is committed to providing expert, compassionate care for children and families.
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