Category Archives: Family Counseling

Respect for Parents Day is Today!

Posted on August 1, 2017 by

Authored by: Gina Percival, Public Relations Coordinator Today we are celebrating Respect for Parents Day! Indeed, the perfect chance to honor the love, respect, sacrifice and affection from the people that have loved you the most. Our recommendation for you … Continue reading →

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Hug Your Kids Day

Posted on July 17, 2017 by

Authored by: Erin Dixon, Group Home Supervisor There are snuggly wuggly benefits for hugging our kiddos! Monday July 17th is recognized as Global Hug Your Kid Day!  Today, I am grateful to be a part of a global community that … Continue reading →

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The importance of Forgiving :)

Posted on July 6, 2017 by

Authored by: Chris Bereshnyi, Family Therapist As July 7th is Global Forgiveness Day, I would like to talk about the benefits of forgiving. Along with other acts, forgiveness definitely falls into the category of “easier said than done.” However, there … Continue reading →

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Supporting LGBTQ Youth at Salt Lake County Youth Services

Posted on June 30, 2017 by

Authored by Maria Drummond, Youth Services Rec Therapist Salt Lake County Youth Services strives to provide an affirmative experience for the youth and families that access our services, regardless of race, economic status, religion, documentation status, sexual orientation, or gender … Continue reading →

Posted in After School Program, Bully, Family Activities, Family Counseling, Homeless Youth, LGBTQ, Mental Health, Mental Health, Safe Place, Uncategorized, Youth Groups | Leave a comment

Parents Empowered Aims to Fight Underage Drinking

Posted on June 1, 2017 by

Authored by: Bel Villa and Joshua Nielsen, PR and Evidence2Success Board Members;                                Caroline Moreno, Education Program Manager As a Community School Coordinator of Salt Lake County … Continue reading →

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Suicide: Is there a way to help?

Posted on April 18, 2017 by

Authored by: Jillian Hill, Prevention Supervisor With 609 recorded suicides in 2015, Utah has the 5th highest suicide rate in the nation. In 2015, 16% of surveyed youth living in Salt Lake County had seriously considered suicide, 13% made a … Continue reading →

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Preventing Child Abuse

Posted on April 6, 2017 by

Authored by: Chris Bereshnyi, Family Therapist at Salt Lake County Youth Services As April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month, I would like to talk about some factors that strengthen families, and thus reduce the risks of child abuse. Of … Continue reading →

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