Family
Support
Center
Our mission is to strengthen family relationships through counseling options and parent education.
Counseling Options and Parent Education
We Listen.
We Care.
We Act.
YOUTH SERVICES
Youth Achievement Workshop (Y.A.W.)
For Adolescents Ages 11-18
A workshop for teens that teaches emotional intelligence and self-regulation.
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Teens will participate in the “Game of Life” event, an interactive game that provides the opportunity to experience how the decision made today will affect future life-style consequences through simulation, practice, and other learning activities.
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Cultural pride that empowers and promotes positive strength-based community wellness.
Ex. Finding honor and dignity in the journey of one’s ancestry. Goal to increase self-esteem and motivation to succeed in face of adversity. -
Self-expression/reflection exercises: Identifying emotions and learning to express them in positive socially appropriate manner.
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Self-Awareness: Analyzing actions and re-actions in challenging situations.
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Goal Setting and planning for the future
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Career and life mapping.
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Motivational presentations that address alcohol and substance abuse, gang violence, bullying and the effects of family trauma/violence.
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Both parents and teens will have the opportunity to participate in group activities from time to time (ex. Game of Life, Step Up, etc.).
Our intention is to teach self-regulation techniques to internalize positive behavior changes that improve outcomes and prevent future dysfunctional behaviors.

Parental Empowerment Workshop
For Parents of Adolescents Ages 11-18
A concurrent workshop for parents that teaches strategies for communication, regulation, attachment, planning for high risk situations, and how to navigate challenging teen behaviors.

Class Standard Rate: $45 (one-time fee)
Class Standard Rate: $45 (one-time fee)
Counseling & Mentoring
Individualized services specially tailored to youth's needs around education, career planning, peer pressure, substance use, family challenges, essential life skills, and other coping skills.
Standard Rate: $75/hour
