Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, but due to a staffing constraint at this time, we are only presently taking referrals for play-based therapy services from children ages 4 to 16. 

Individual Play-Based Therapy is $100 per 55-minute session, but we do accept Medicaid, Cigna, Anthem/BCBS, and United Healthcare/Optum.

Our SEM-Care Wellness℠ School-Based Program is FREE for the first eight sessions. 

Social Skills @ Play - Clients - FREE   Non-Members - Free for the first two weeks, then you can choose a Membership Pass option below:

• 3-Day Pass: $8, admittance to any 3 classes, activities, and/or programs within 30 days of purchase.
• 30-Day Pass: $25, Full access to all activities, classes, and programs within 30 days of purchase.
• Monthly Membership (billed monthly for 12 months): $15/month, full access to all activities, classes, and programs.
• Annual Membership (1-year commitment, no cancellations): $150/year, full access to all activities, classes, and programs. Receive 20% off with full payment, or 1 month free with a 3-month payment plan.

Financial aid options are available. Please contact us for more information.

 Hours of Operation:

• Monday & Wednesday: 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm
• Tuesday: 10:30 am – 8:00 pm
• Thursday: 10:30 am – 6:30 pm
• Friday: 12:30 pm – 7:30 pm
• Saturdays: Open two Saturdays a month, 10:00 am – 2:00 pm

No, we are not an emergency or crisis center. However, we do address the needs of our current clients during regular business hours. 

In the event that a client has an emergency after business hours, they should call 911 to get in touch with the closest hospital or emergency department.  

For after hours mental crisis help, dial 988  for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, or text "HOME" to  741741 to connect with the Crisis Text Line.

For assistance with non-emergency behavioral health crises, please reach 314-469-4908 to reach Behavioral Health Response (BHR).

No, and medication is not required for children and youth to receive clinical services. However, we can provide referrals to psychiatric services that can provide medication intervention if needed.

Both yes and no. Every person who uses DYWC services is considered a member. A clinical member, often called a client, is a person who may also receive recreational activities in addition to clinical services like therapy. A non-clinical member, on the other hand, is someone who only receives recreational services—that is, no clinical services—from the agency.

Yes, in order to participate in membership activities and events, you must be registered with Divine Youth Wellness Centre. Call or email us to get signed up!

We do not offer on-site childcare or respite care services. However, our Social Skills @ Play℠ program provides a "break" option for caregivers and communities with a membership, allowing them to send their child during an allotted time to participate in fun activities at no additional cost (program availability depends on staffing).