We provide free counseling services for youth ages 10 through 17 and their families. When youth and their families are experiencing difficulty they can receive individual and family counseling in the following areas:

• School (truancy, academics or behavior)
• Home (conflicts with Parents centering on curfew and or other family issues)
• Anger Management
• Self Esteem
• Peer Relations

A screening process is provided in order to identify the problem. Then, individual and family counseling appointments can be arranged at your school, office or home. Assessment and Service Plans are developed, identifying these areas of concern. Referrals to other agencies can be made if needed. Contact with school personnel as needed. We offer Anger Management and Parenting Groups on a six (6) week continuum as well. Counseling Groups include:

Please contact (941) 952-1644 or (941) 955-5596

This program develops and strengthens character traits essential to being a positive peer and making positive choices. This is accomplished through initiatives developed to build problem solving skills, trust, team building and individual character.

This program is presently available to YMCA programs and other community programs such as Boys and Girls Club, Girls Inc and Community Youth Development (CYD).

YMCA Youth and Family Services Counseling Services/Centralized Intake Program 1084 South Briggs Avenue Sarasota, Florida 34237 Telephone: (941) 952-1644 Fax: (941) 953-5856 Email: stsantiago@sarasota-ymca.org