Healing Therapeutic Resource Center
EMPOWERING YOUNG PEOPLE AND THEIR CONNECTED ADULTS IN DEVELOPING SKILLS AND STRATEGIES NEEDED TO NAVIGATE LIFE’S CHALLENGES
COUNSELING AND FAMILY SERVICES
VHBG provides counseling, consultation, and psychoeducation services to individuals, families, and groups.
- These interventions, associated with our program services, are available through the Therapeutic Resource Center conveniently located on the VHBG campus
- In the event that one of our young people on campus should need additional or specialized clinical support, our licensed clinicians would help match that young person with someone within our trusted network of providers
FREE TRAININGS
Workshops are regularly offered to adults who want to better understand and respond to youth experiencing mental health challenges.
- VHBG offers adult certification in Youth-Mental Health First Aid. In addition, two skills-based and emotional support workshops. Community Resiliency Model, Everyday Strong, in collaboration with United Way, are available as scheduled on and off campus
- Arrangements can be made to train private groups as well
- Contact us to discuss training schedules and fees for your private group
CONSULTATION SERVICES
VHBG’s child welfare and behavioral health experts offer consultation and information to families and professionals seeking solutions to appropriate interventions:
- VHBG staff are knowledgeable about Virginia’s human service resources and understand the struggles of individuals seeking help
- Free consultation is provided to families and professionals seeking clarification, direction, community resources, and placement options for young people in their care
For consultation, program tours, or program presentations, please reach out to Christopher Campbell, Director of Advocacy and Program Advancement, via email at ccampbell@vhbg.org.
We provide a supportive environment where young people can experience healing and find hope in their own way at their own pace.
Youth Mental Health First Aid Workshops
Learn to recognize signs of issues such as anxiety, depression, and more in ages 12-18. This course is for adults interacting with youth— teachers, school staff, coaches, church and youth group leaders, childcare workers, parents, social workers, hospital staff, law enforcement, employers, and others.
WHAT YOU'LL LEARN:
- To identify risk factors and warning signs
- To apply a simple 5-step action plan
- To connect youth to professional care, if needed
DETAILS:
- No cost, thanks to generous donors
- RSVP required
- Limited seating, please inform if plans change
- Includes a workbook and certified training hours
- Certification valid for 3 years (NO CEUs available)
ABOUT US:
Hosted by Virginia Home for Boys and Girls (VHBG)
Led by Karen Rice, LCSW, with 30+ years of experience
Certified national instructor in Mental Health First Aid
IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
If you are unable to attend the event, please try to let us know at least 3 days before. This will allow us to give that spot to someone else hoping to attend. Thank you.
All attendees must sign up with their name and email address. This information is needed for enrollment and certificate preparation by the National Council. Thank you for your cooperation.