In The Media
Child mental health: More LI pediatricians prescribing medication for psychiatric issues
Published Nov 26, 2024, By Bart Jones Dr. Marc Lashley received almost no training in medical school in how to deal with children’s mental health issues. But when he started practicing as a pediatrician, he found there was a critical — and unmet — need because of a shortage of child and adolescent psychiatrists. With the help of a training...
CBS News: Mental Health Days Off from School, featuring Kathy Rivera, January 5, 2023
Letter to the Editor
Newsday, January 4, 2023 Thank you for highlighting the crisis in access to mental health services among our youth as rates of depression, anxiety and suicidal thinking are at all-time highs in your cover story of December 27, 2022. While the pandemic has exacerbated...
Talking About Weight with Your Kids
By Dr. Sue Cohen, November 23, 2022 The holidays are here, and it’s not uncommon for people of all ages, including children, to pack on extra pounds. The sugary treats and heavy meals are abundant, and many kids tend to be less active during the colder weather....
Philanthropy in Phocus Features the Guidance Center
On November 18, 2022, Guidance Center Executive Director/CEO Kathy Rivera and Associate Executive Director Jennifer Rush were the guests on this podcast that informs listeners about the amazing contributions and happenings of Long Island’s non-profit...
Free Support Group for Grandparents of Autistic Kids
Roslyn Heights, NY, December 12, 2022 —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...
Long Islanders are Struggling to Find Mental Health Services
By Adina Genn, October 21, 2022 If you are struggling to access mental health services on Long Island, you’re not alone. Even those with health insurance face challenges when trying to access care. That’s according to the findings in the latest Mount Sinai...
Is a Pet Good for my Child’s Mental Health
Ask the Guidance Center Experts, December 6, 2022 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...
Guidance Center Program Addresses Suicide Prevention
Roslyn Heights, NY, October 24, 2022 — Two years ago, North Shore Child & Family Guidance Center, Long Island’s premiere children’s mental health agency, launched one of its most important programs ever: the Douglas S. Feldman Suicide Prevention Project,...
National Grid Assists In Beautification Efforts, Anton Media, October 12-18, 2022
On September 16, 2022, North Shore Child & Family Guidance Center welcomed 11 employees from National Grid to its Marks Family Right from the Start 0-3+ Center as part of the utility’s volunteer day of service, called Project C. The volunteers spent the entire day...
Benefit for Children’s Center at Family Court, Anton Media, Oct. 18, 2022
Roslyn Heights, NY, October 4, 2022 — Family court hearings are often contentious, and they are certainly no place for young ears. Luckily, with the Children’s Center at Nassau County Family Court, parents and guardians have a safe place to bring children from infants...