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By Dr. Nellie-Taylor Walthrust Getting a driver’s license is a rite of passage that teenagers have been celebrating since the early days of automobiles. Driving makes teens feel more independent than ever before, and it can also provide a break for parents, who spend...

By Guest Blogger Emily Graham As the parent of a child with special needs, I often find myself feeling exhausted. It can be a lot of work to meet my child's unique needs, and there are often barely enough hours in the day to get everything done. What's more, I often...

North Shore Child & Family Guidance Center is so grateful to those who donate to our mission of bringing hope and healing to kids and families struggling with mental health challenges such as depression, anxiety and suicidal thinking. Without your generosity, we...

By Guest Blogger Aieshah Ashfer As we all start to get used to the rhythm of the new year by embracing new beginnings, we may begin to feel as if we are in an unwanted emotional slump. Going back to work, school and the rigid routines we’ve formed for ourselves after...

By Guest Blogger Aieshah Ashfer Aieshah: Can you tell me what you do daily as a High School Social Worker? Mrs. Sheets: Every day is different. I typically have each period of the day scheduled by students who want to come in for a group session or an individual...

When a child faces a mental health challenge, the entire family is impacted. But while people may sympathize with parents and siblings, they often forget that grandparents also struggle with feelings of sadness and helplessness. That’s why North Shore Child &...

As we welcome 2023, we are grateful for the dedicated employees who make North Shore Child & Family Guidance Center such a valuable resource to our community. We are also thankful for all of you who support our work!Each year, we ask our staff members what their...