In The Media


Ask the Experts: Overcoming Teen Dating Violence
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 communications@northshorechildguidance.org. Question: Our 16-year-old daughter has been severely depressed since breaking up with her...
The Guidance Center Opens Lactation Room Supporting New Mothers
Westbury, NY, July 22, 2024 — North Shore Child & Family Guidance Center has opened a lactation room at the Leeds Place— Serving Young People in Westbury to support the needs of breastfeeding mothers. The Leeds Place is home to a variety of services offered...
Kathy Rivera: Long Island Business News Most Dynamic Women Leaders
Kathy Rivera serves as executive director and CEO for North Shore Child & Family Guidance Center, a children’s mental health organization that focuses on bringing hope and healing to young people struggling with a wide range of emotional challenges. Rivera, who...
CBS News: Spring Luncheon Feature with Cindy Hsu
On April 24, 2024, North Shore Child & Family Guidance Center welcomed Cindy Hsu as the guest speaker at our sold-out Spring Luncheon. On her morning show, she spoke about the event and shared our mission with her audience.
Helping Your Child Through Unemployment
By Kathy Rivera Transitioning from school to the job hunt is a daunting yet pivotal phase in the life of every young adult. As your child embarks upon this important journey, they may feel a mixture of excitement, fear, and worry, and not without reason. Job seekers...
Morning Movies with the Guidance Center
“Morning Movies with the Guidance Center,” North Shore Child & Family Guidance Center’s annual family-friendly fundraiser, brought the community together for an enjoyable morning of popcorn, bagels, drinks, and a choice of three movies: Barbie, Kung Fu...
Reproductive rights and equality for all
LI Herald, By Reine Bethany The Freeport Memorial Library hosted a detailed, lively panel discussion last Friday, connecting women’s reproductive rights to the New York State Equal Rights Amendment. The program was organized by the League of Women Voters...
The Marilyn Lichtman Foundation Gives $10,000 Grant to Guidance Center
North Shore Child & Family Guidance Center, Long Island’s leading not-for-profit children’s mental health center, is honored to announce that The Marilyn Lichtman Foundation has donated $10,000 towards supporting the Children’s Center at Nassau County...
International Day of Education at the Guidance Center
January 24, 2024, Manhasset - To celebrate International Day of Education, MTO Shahmaghsoudi School of Islamic Sufism rallied the community to donate art and early learning supplies for the children of North Shore Child & Family Guidance Center. Dozens of...
Making a Splash at The Guidance Center
Published in Blank Slate Media on January 24th, 2024 The walls of North Shore Child and Family Guidance Center look a lot brighter thanks to the wonderful murals donated by Splashes of Hope. The nonprofit organization, dedicated to transforming environments...
Guidance Center’s 70th Anniversary Raises $230,000
Published in Port Washington News on November 15, 2023 It was a night to remember at North Shore Child & Family Guidance Center’s 70th Anniversary Celebration in 70s Style, held on October 26, 2023 at North Hempstead Country Club. The event raised over...