Child Abuse Treatment (CHAT)

Email Us
therapy@plumasruralservices.org

Samantha Abbott, Enrollment Specialist
(530) 283-3960 Ext. 860

Jenna Artaz, LMFT, Therapist
(530) 283-3960 Ext. 857

Heather Caiazzo,
LMFT, Clinical Manager
(530) 283-3960 ext. 859

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CHAT provides therapeutic counseling and advocacy to child/teen victims of abuse, trauma or neglect and non offending family members in Plumas County by licensed therapists.

The CHAT program is a highly collaborative effort, working together with local and county agencies to aid victims of abuse, and their families, in their recovery and to ensure a better quality of life and health.

Our Therapist

HEATHER CAIAZZO, MFT

is the Lead Therapist and Clinical Manager of Plumas Rural Services’ CHAT Program and Domestic Violence Services. She has been a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist since 1995 and began working with the CHAT program in 2003.

Our Providers

Jenna Artaz, LMFT, Therapist

The Facts of Abuse

What Is Abuse?

There are many types of abuse including:

Neglect
Physical Abuse
Emotional and Psychological Abuse
Sexual Abuse
Bullying or Community Violence
Witnessing Domestic Violence
Internet Exploitation
Financial Exploitation
Parental Substance Abuse

What Are The Issues?

Children and teens may face these issues and more:

Anger
Sadness and Depression
Fear and Anxiety
Trauma
Eating Disorders
Bullying
Substance Abuse
Risk-taking Behaviors

What Are The Warning Signs Of Abuse And Neglect?

Please click on the link below for useful information concerning the warning signs of abuse and neglect and how to report it. www.helpguide.org - "Recognizing and Preventing Child Abuse".

We provide services in Lassen, Modoc, Plumas and Sierra Counties.

About Us

Plumas Rural Services is a Northeastern California community based, non-profit organization providing services and opportunities for the well being of local residents and families to improve quality of life and self sufficiency by promoting health, education, prevention and treatment.

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