Monthly Archives: July 2015
The Dangers of Drug and Alcohol Addictions
By Youth Services Clinicians Kent G. Larson, L.C.S.W., and Joyce F. Robison L.C.M.H.C Drug and Alcohol addictions, what are they? Are they myths? Do people really become addicted or can they just stop at any time? Alcohol and drug addictions … Continue reading
Introducing the “Book Nook” at Youth Services Christmas Box House
Authored by Maria Drummond, Youth Services Recreation Therapist Coming into emergency shelter at the Christmas Box House or the Boys or Girls Group homes can be a tough transition to deal with. Here at Youth Services, we try our best … Continue reading
Have you tried empathy?
By Michael Cox, CSW, Youth Services Family Counselor “I’m at my wits end! I’ve tried EVERYTHING and my kid still does whatever they want.” “I took away their phone and they locked it with a password. I took away their … Continue reading
How to Choose a Therapist for Your Child
By Michael Cox, Youth Services Family Therapist, CSW You’ve tried everything. You’ve taken away their phone, called their school, even asked for your clergy to get involved and yet your teen is not themselves. You’re considering finding them a therapist, … Continue reading
Our Time – What is our time?
By Khanh Tong, Youth Services Prevention Case Manager What is our time? “Our time” is a term from our Strengthening Families class that we use at Salt Lake County Youth Services. Strengthening Families is an evidence base curriculum, 10 weeks, … Continue reading