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Bell-to-Bell: What the New Cell Phone Ban Means for Kids, Parents, and Schools
By Alissa Striano A New Rule for Schools This fall, schools across Nassau County and throughout New York State will look a little different. In April, lawmakers passed a law requiring schools to keep phones away from students during the entire school day. To meet this...
Parenting Plus: Family Dynamics on Vacation
By Denise Ingenito, LCSW, Director of Clinical Services at North Shore Child & Family Guidance Center Originally Published in Schneps Media on July 25 Summer brings endless possibilities, whether it’s basking at the beach, riding roller coasters… or fighting with...
Ask the Experts: The Impact of ICE
Originally Published in Schneps Media on July 18, 2025 In this monthly column, therapists from North Shore Child & Family Guidance Center answer your questions on issues related to parenting, mental health, and children’s well-being. To submit a question, email...
Long Island Business Influencers – Dynamic Women Leaders 2025 Kathy Rivera
Executive Director and Chief Executive Officer of North Shore Child & Family Guidance Center Kathy Rivera is executive director and chief executive officer of North Shore Child & Family Guidance Center, Long Island’s premier children’s mental health...
Parenting Plus: Safety In Schools
By Denise Ingenito, Director of Clinical Services at North Shore Child & Family Guidance Center Originally Published in Schneps Media on May 8, 2025 A tragic reality that has become all too common has left parents and children grappling with fear on a daily basis....
Healing in Nature
By Gillian Uhl, Mental Health Outpatient Clinical Supervisor and Wilderness Program Clinical Supervisor Winter brings shorter days, frigid temperatures, and a natural tendency to hibernate indoors. While the season is perfect for quality family time, it’s just...
Empowering Young Minds with Sesame Workshop
The Children’s Center at Nassau County Family Court is a welcomed place of respite for children and families who have business in family court. Far from a simple daycare service, the Children’s Center provides early-learning, social connection, and emotional...
Navigating The Sesame Workshop in The Children’s Center
By Guest Blogger Chloe Cohen The Children’s Center, a program of North Shore Child & Family Guidance Center located within the Nassau County Family Court, provides care and early learning for children (infants to 12 years old) while their parents or guardians...
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