The Whole Solution for
Children’s Mental Health
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Alexander Youth Network provides the whole solution for children’s mental health treatment.
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Children’s mental health issues can be challenging. Let our team connect you to the treatment your child needs.
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What We Do

The Alexander Difference
Since 1946, Alexander Youth Network has provided mental and behavioral health care to children of Charlotte and all over the state. Alexander offers 13 different mental health programs and services in Charlotte and surrounding counties. Last year, Alexander served over 9,000 children and families in the state of North Carolina.


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Career Opportunities
Embark on a fulfilling journey in children’s mental health services, and discover your new career at Alexander Youth Network—an esteemed leader within the industry. At Alexander Youth Network, we take pride in creating a work environment that not only promotes professional growth but also embraces longevity. Our dedicated team members, who have built long and fulfilling careers at Alexander, demonstrate just how rewarding our roles can be. Whether you’re a seasoned clinician or venturing into the mental health field for the first time, you will find a wide variety of professional opportunities at Alexander Youth Network!
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Blog Posts

Employee Spotlight: Maryann Lao
Every organization has those rare individuals who quietly make everything better just by being there. The ones who never seek the spotlight but somehow shine

Hope Through a Parent’s Eyes: Dr. Gisèle Chando’s Journey with Alexander Youth Network
For many families, navigating a child’s mental health journey can feel like a maze — daunting, emotional, and often isolating. But for Dr. Gisèle Chando,

Employee Spotlight: Gina Tipton
“Treat others how you expect to be treated. Help take care of others who can’t take care of themselves.” For Gina Tipton, these aren’t just

New Charlotte PRTF Playground Ribbon Cutting
We’re excited to share a special moment from our Charlotte Psychiatric Residential Treatment Facility (PRTF)! Our brand-new playground is officially open following a joyful ribbon-cutting

Returning Home: Welcoming Malisa Shuler as Executive Director of our Psychiatric Residential Treatment Facility in Charlotte
At Alexander Youth Network, every chapter of our story is written by the passionate people who lead with heart and vision. Today, we’re elated to

Employee Spotlight: Rae Ellerbe
At Alexander Youth Network, we often say healing takes a village—and people like Rae Ellerbe are the heart of that village. As our Therapeutic Foster Care