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Research has shown that nearly 70% of all children involved in the Juvenile Justice System experience distress and psychological trauma. Youth who do not receive proper mental health services, will go on to recidivate and become more entrenched in the justice system. Counseling has partnered with the Union County Justice System to offer trauma informed and culturally competent mental health services to youth involved in the justice system and at-risk youth within Union County.

Our Counseling program is dedicated to serving and improving the quality of life for young people, ages 7-18 years, and their families. Our focus is helping youth develop the necessary tools to build resiliency, develop positive coping skills, health from past trauma, and expand their abilities to find their own voice and create success. Our evidenced-based treatment focuses on redirecting youth lives and improving the quality of their family dynamics so our youth can function more effectively at home, in school, and in the community at large.

Through counseling, Life Connections encourages youth and their families in take an active role in determining their course for change. We provide a Comprehensive Clinical Assessment that takes a holistic approach to identify the needs of each client and work with the client to develop their plan for therapeutic treatment. Our Social Workers also work with youth and their family to identify needs to reduce barriers to treatment and improve protective factors that address recidivism.

COUNSELING SERVICES

We help individuals and families address and overcome a range of issues including but not limited to:

  • School Challenges
  • Behavioral Challenges at School/Home
  • Sexual abuse and Problem Sexual Behaviors
  • Substance Use
  • Delinquency
  • Domestic violence
  • Depression and anxiety
  • Physical abuse/neglect
  • Family conflict
  • Grief and loss

COUNSELING SERVICES TREATMENT MODALITIES

Our Clinical staff works with a variety of evidenced-based models to ensure we meet the needs of each youth and their families. We include alternative treatment models in conjunction with talk therapy to engage youth in the process of healing and transformation.

  • Expressive Arts Therapy for adults, adolescents, children, and families to use various art forms to explore motivations and express feelings.
  • The Mentor will receive ongoing training and support from a Mentoring Coach, skilled in how to help youth set goals and overcome obstacles, in order to build their own skills as a natural support and advisor.
  • Parent-Child Relationship Enhancement Training for adult caregivers seeking to strengthen the bond and increase communication between themselves and their child.
  • Substance Use Treatment and education workshops for adolescents who are currently struggling with the use of substances.
  • Workshops and Classes on personal growth, creativity, and spirituality, stress management, and communication. Includes children's group and Open Studio Process.

Our Counseling​ program is available in:

Mecklenburg County + Union County​