Special Programs

GOALS Program

The Goals Program is a developmental, behavioral and primary care program that promotes optimal developmental functioning, wellness and success for youth ages 4-23.  Diagnostic evaluation and treatment services are included as an essential part of overall physical and mental health.

The program works to empower families to advocate for their children and adolescents while also working with involved schools and agencies. Goals receives referrals from Central Texas schools, agencies and families as well as from within PCC.  Using an interdisciplinary team model, youth are assessed for learning, behavior and mental health issues. The family of the patient is given information, counseling, and follow-up regarding the assessment. After the assessment, the Clinic serves as the medical home for the patient, providing primary care and medication as appropriate.  The Goals Program serves over 250 youth ages 4-23 each year.

Dr. Celia Neavel, (Biography), the Clinic’s Director of Adolescent Health, is the director of the Goals program.  Dr. Neavel is fellowship-trained in adolescent medicine and developmental disorders.  The primary social worker for the Goals program is Anna Blomquist, LMSW (Biography).   Other PCC physicians, social workers, medical assistants, translators, a consulting psychologist and a consulting psychiatrist make up the balance of professionals that provide services to program participants.  Goals is advised by a  professional and parent advisory committee comprised of volunteers.