Step outside the traditional classroom learning environment to increase collective knowledge and improve outcomes across our California System of Care.
The UC Davis Resource Center for Family-Focused Practice is pleased to present a six-session ECHO series dedicated to enhancing understanding and support for young children experiencing developmental and mental health challenges. This series will explore the unique needs of children ages 0-5 diagnosed with or showing signs of disorders such as Autism (ASD), Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and Attention-Deficit Disorder (ADD), Attachment Disorders, Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD), mood disorders and the impact of early childhood trauma.
Series Format
Each session will feature expert-led presentations, real-world case discussions, and peer learning opportunities designed to empower professionals working in early childhood systems. Topics will span neurodevelopmental conditions, behavioral concerns and the complex effects of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACES) on the 0-5 year population. Through this collaborative ECHO model, participants will gain practical strategies and interdisciplinary insights to better support young children and their families.
What Will I Learn?
After attending the series, participants will be able to:
- Identify key characteristics and early indicators of developmental and mental health disorders in young children.
- Apply evidence-informed strategies and tools to support early identification, intervention and cross-system collaboration.
- Strengthen their ability to work effectively with families and professionals from multiple systems of care, including early education, regional centers, behavioral health, pediatric care and child welfare.
Why Early Childhood?
The first five years of life are a critical period for brain development and emotional growth. When mental health or developmental concerns arise during this time, timely and coordinated intervention is essential. Children facing these challenges often need tailored, trauma-informed care that addresses their holistic needs - spanning cognitive, social, emotional and relational domains. By bringing together professionals across disciplines, this ECHO series fosters the knowledge, skills and community of practice needed to improve outcomes four our youngest and most vulnerable children.
Topics
- Autism Spectrum Disorder in Early Childhood
- ADHD/ADD in the Preschool Years
- The Impact of Trauma on Developmental and Mental Health
- Attachment Disorders
- Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders
- Early-Onset Mood Disorders