HOW WILL COUNSELING HELP US?  

Through mental health counseling, you will get the tools to deal with parenting children and teens displaying defiant and hard-to-manage behaviors. Children and teens who seem out of control are just crying out for help for mental health support. 

Weekly counseling sessions provide: 

• A plan of action with goals and tools to meet them 
• The tools to help you and your child manage anger 
• Strategies to help you resolve conflict  
• Ways to strengthen the family bond 

• Coping strategies when things are most difficult

Where are these services provided? 

We currently serve Broward, Charlotte, Collier, Glades, Hendry, Lee, Escambia, Okaloosa and Milton Counties. To find the closest location to you, search our LSF Service Locator.

How do I know if I qualify? 

Reach out to us if your teen (12-19 yrs old) or young child (6-11 yrs old) is struggling with any of the following: 

• Running away from home  
• Regularly missing school without leave or explanation (also known as truancy or truant youth) 

• Exhibiting defiant behavior, ignoring guidance from parents/caregivers and teachers (also referred to as ungovernable) 
• Is violent or aggressive towards you or others 
• Is consuming illegal substances  
• Is engaging in behaviors that can land them in the criminal justice system (Also visit LSF Teen Court) 
• Might be struggling with a mental health disorder 

What does the process look like?  

• Screening and Assessment
  We begin by asking you a series of questions to help us gather information about the challenges you are facing at hope. This process is overseen by a Masters level clinician in collaboration with a certified and trained team of professionals. 
• Mental Health Evaluations and Treatment Plan
  Clinicians develop an individualized treatment plan that meets the specific needs of the youth and family’s specific needs, utilizing evidence-based programs and approaches. 
• Referrals
  Clinicians address mental health concerns and provide referrals to an appropriate provider if necessary. 

• Aftercare and Follow-up
  AS structured approach to aftercare that reinforces lessons and skills developed to prevent relapse and connects youth and families to additional support systems.