Posted 3 months ago
This month's question: How do I talk to my teen about sex, drinking, and drugs without pushing them away?
Nikole Slocum, MS, LPCC, JFCS Therapist:
A lot of parents think they need to have this huge, serious[...] Posted 3 months ago
By Mark Kaufman, MSW, LICSW • JFCS Therapist
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and we continue to live in a world that exposes us to trauma, heartbreak, and fear. The intersectionality of anti-Semitism, [...] Posted 3 months ago
By Hunter Wengersky, J-Pride Coordinator, and Lucy Marshall, Director of Engagement & Education
Since 2018, J-Pride has convened an annual Pride Shabbat – a pluralistic, com[...] Posted 3 months ago
Abbey Baker was recently named coordinator of the JFCS of Minnesota Hag Sameach program. As a longtime volunteer for the program, she knows how impactful it is to the community. She recently spoke about why she w[...] Posted 4 months ago
By Mindy Teele • JFCS Engagement Coordinator
Passover reminds us of the power of community, and through the JFCS Hag Sameach program, we see that power come to life in meaningful ways across the Twin Cities.[...] Posted 4 months ago
Every spring, we take a moment to pause and celebrate our amazing volunteers. April is Global Volunteer Month and next week (April 19-25) is National Volunteer Week, we want to give a special thanks to our volunt[...] Posted 4 months ago
By Angela Cowan • Counseling Program Manager
Over the past six months, the Counseling team at Jewish Family and Children’s Service of Minnesota has added some new faces to the team. In September, we welcom[...] Posted 4 months ago
By Tara Burns, LPCC • JFCS Therapist
Nature-based Therapy is an approach to counseling that brings therapy outdoors, combining conversation, gentle movement, and time in nature. Rather than meeting only in a[...] Posted 4 months ago
No one wants to reinforce their child’s fear of monsters under the bed, but we do want them to feel heard and supported. How do we thread that needle? This month’s question tackles how parents can support the[...] Posted 4 months ago
What can you tell us about yourself and your background?
I grew up in Edina – very close to a golf course, which is a big reason why that’s my favorite sport. I went to the University of Minnesota and then[...]