When those problems become overwhelming, the entire family suffers. This program is licensed by the Virginia Department of Mental Health, Mental Retardation, and Substance Abuse Services. These programs provide flexible, intensive, problem-specific home and community based interventions to resolve problems and amplify individual and family strengths. Less intensive measures, such as outpatient therapy, have not been successful. The family is willing to work together to resolve their issues and maintain unity.
Counselors provide education, therapy, and skills training to all family members.
Additionally, counselors conduct case management activities including professional consultation and advocacy with other agencies. These activities may take place in the home environment, school setting, or community at large. In Home Counselors are Masters level mental health professionals trained in child development and family issues. They receive additional education and supervision in crisis management and intervention skills. Mentors are dedicated individuals with training and experience in working with children.