RESEARCH
Using data to create real change.
RESEARCH AT WESTCOAST
Research is how we transform lived experience into real change. Every year, we gather insights from the children, youth, and families we serve—more than a thousand strong—and use that knowledge to strengthen our programs and inform public systems.
By combining science with connection, we uncover hidden patterns, amplify youth and family voices, and translate findings into practical tools, trainings, and policy solutions. Our work doesn’t just help individuals—it strengthens programs, informs policy, and supports communities.
OUR PUBLICATIONS
LIST OF PUBLICATIONS
Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Children (CSEC)
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Perry, D. et al. (2023). Exploitation and Gender: Increasing the Visibility of Cismale, Transgender, and Gender Nonconforming Youth. Oakland, CA. WestCoast Children’s Clinic.
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Perry, D., Basson, D. & Haley, H. (2022). Universal Screening Makes Exploitation Visible. Oakland, CA. WestCoast Children’s Clinic.
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Perry, D. & Basson, D. (2022). Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Children in Alameda Country: Estimating the Scope of the Problem. Oakland, CA. WestCoast Children’s Clinic.
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Basson, D, et al. (2018). Psychotherapy for Commercially Sexually Exploited Children: A Guide for Community-Based Behavior Health Practitioner and Agencies. Oakland, CA. WestCoast Children’s Clinic.
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Basson, D. (2017). Validation of the Commercial Sexual Exploitation-Identification Tool (CSE-IT): Technical Report. Oakland, CA. WestCoast Children’s Clinic.
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Basson, D., Rosenblatt, E., & Haley, H. (2012). Research to Action: Sexually Exploited Minors (SEM) Needs and Strengths. Oakland, CA. WestCoast Children’s Clinic.
Mental Health Outcomes
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Basson, D., Nguyen, P. T., & Perry, D. (2023). Strength Profiles of Youth Seeking Mental Health Services: Shifting the Perspective from Risk to Positive Assets. Oakland, CA: WestCoast Children’s Clinic.
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Perry, D., Basson, D., & Nguyen, P. T. (2023). Spotlight on Community Violence: An Underrecognized Danger to Children's Mental Health. Oakland, CA: WestCoast Children’s Clinic.
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Nguyen, P.T., Basson, D., & Perry, D. (2022). Uncovering Trauma Patterns at a Community Clinic: Links to Mental Health Needs. WestCoast Children’s Clinic. Oakland, CA.
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Nguyen P, Basson D, Perry D. (2022). Patterns of Trauma Among Youth Seeking Mental Health Services at a Community-Based Clinic: A Latent Class Analysis Approach. Research on Child and Adolescent Psychopathology. WestCoast Children’s Clinic. Oakland, CA.