Clinical Stories
August 30, 2024
Know The Signs
September is Suicide Prevention Month and serves as an important reminder to prioritize the mental health of those around us. Read More
August 29, 2024
BeWellATL Teen Roundtable Offers Peer-to-Peer Support
The BeWellATL Teen Roundtable kicked off the year of peer-to-peer support on August 25. Read More
August 21, 2024
Lesser-known Signs of ADHD in Kids and Teens
We spoke with Dr. Howard Schub to learn about the lesser-known symptoms of ADHD, which affects upwards of 11% of kids in the U.S.A. Read More
August 16, 2024
It’s Not Really About the Dishes: Couples Therapy at JF&CS
Our clinical services at JF&CS use a variety of therapy modalities to help everyone from young kids to older adults. When it comes to couples therapy, many of our clinicians utilize the Gottman Method to help couples learn to fight fairly,… Read More
July 22, 2024
The Art of Play Therapy
Our goal at the Horwitz-Zusman Child & Family Center is to empower people to manage their internal world to the best of their ability; for kids, this happens most effectively through the modality of play therapy. We spoke with Lauren Green, MA, LPC,… Read More
May 24, 2024
Mental Health? It's In The Cards
Made by teens, the new Mental Health Discussions Card Deck helps families talk about mental health Read More
May 01, 2024
Kids & Tech: A Parent Coach's Perspective
JF&CS Parent Coach Cari Newman offers tips on helping kids and teens build a healthy relationship with technology. Read More
May 01, 2024
JF&CS Invests to Improve the Client Experience
Over the last year, we’ve seen an influx of referrals to Frances Bunzl Clinical Services and Horwitz-Zusman Child & Family Center. To meet these needs, we’ve hired some uniquely skilled leaders and clinicians. We’ve also streamlined our internal… Read More
March 28, 2024
We Provide Support for Multiple Generations
Aging continuously brings new challenges, and Aviv Older Adult Services helps both older adults and their adult children to navigate this stage of life. Read More
March 25, 2024
Raising Awareness, Saving Lives: An Open Conversation With Rabbi Shalom Hammer
In our next Focus Workshop on April 19, we will be educating parents about mental health awareness and suicide prevention with Rabbi Shalom Hammer of the Israeli organization Gila’s Way. Read More
March 01, 2024
Ann Kay's Passion for Children's Mental Health
The exciting renovation of the Horwitz-Zusman Child & Family Center is nearing completion through the generosity of Mrs. Ann Kay. Read More
February 01, 2024
Support Groups Offer Strength in Numbers
Frances Bunzl Clinical Services at JF&CS offers various support groups to help individuals navigate difficult personal and emotional issues, such as divorce, family estrangement, and the war in Israel. Support groups are different than one-on-one… Read More
January 22, 2024
S.A.D.? You're Not Alone
The winter months can be difficult for our mental health. It’s estimated that 10-20% of the U.S. population deals with the “winter blues,” but for some, it is more of a challenge: a condition known as Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). Read More
January 05, 2024
Innovative Support for the Atlanta Community
Our response for those directly affected by the war in Israel Read More
November 22, 2023
A Proactive Approach to Holiday Stress
We recently spoke with HAMSA Program Manager Joel Dworkin about navigating holiday stress while in recovery. Read More
November 02, 2023
Community Roundtable Supports Teens
BeWellATL hosted its first Community Resiliency Roundtable on October 17. Read More
October 23, 2023
Shalom Bayit Celebrates 30 Years of Empowering Survivors
The Shalom Bayit program celebrated 30 years of impact on October 12. Read More
October 11, 2023
JF&CS Offers Support for Those Impacted by Israel War
The Jewish Family & Career Services Atlanta (JF&CS) provides emotional support to families impacted by the war in Israel. Read More
October 10, 2023
JF&CS Stands With Israel
The emotional and mental health needs of our Atlanta Jewish community are front-of-mind for us in light of the attacks on Israel, and we are here to help. Read More
September 29, 2023
Michele and David Hirsch: Relentless Support for Family Mental Health
Michele and David Hirsch come from people who give philanthropically. When their own son began to show signs of mental illness at the age of five, the Hirsches were thrust into the world of mental health providers, therapeutic programs, and services. Read More