Clinical Stories

We are thrilled to announce two new additions to the Horwitz-Zusman Child & Family Center: Dr. Howard Schub, and Dr. Sarah Suria, LCSW. Read More

Julie Zeff, JF&CS Life Coach, recently helped Jonathan* go after his dreams after years of hesitation and fear. Read More

We spoke to clinician Nachman Friedman about the stigma behind men in therapy, and how we as a society can break down those barriers and support men in their quest for better mental health. Read More

In Your Time aims to serve as a safe, non-judgmental space for women in their mid twenties to early thirties to voice their unique challenges and find strength, support, and perspective. Read More

JF&CS Parent Coach Cari Newman explains the concept of curiosity over understanding, and practicing radical empathy in parenting. Read More

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and here at JF&CS, we are always working to provide additional resources for our community. Read More

Joel Dworkin and Cari Newman encourage parents to normalize having healthy discussions with their kids about substance use and mental health. Read More

Therapy is an investment in time, money, and effort. So, once you find a therapist you trust, you will want to get the most out of the experience. Here are some suggestions on how to approach therapy to maximize your investment. Read More

When parents of toddlers are feeling overwhelmed, where can they go? The Stepping Stones program at JF&CS is providing a solution. Read More

“JF&CS is a place where leadership is supportive of and prioritizes the mental health of its staff,” says JF&CS clinician Tzipporah Gerson-Miller. “It’s a gift to be here.” Read More

Sherri Cauthen, Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Registered Play Therapist Supervisor at JF&CS, provides five preventative measures that parents can use to help build resiliency and coping skills in their children. With these tips, parents can… Read More

Yael Stein, LCSW, discusses ways to manage stress of this and other major life events. Read More

All well-adjusted children push boundaries and fuss. Sometimes kids do things you don’t want them to do, and sometimes they won’t do what you need them to do. Maybe they want something they can’t have or refuse today to do the thing they did so… Read More

From helping children with family-based abuse to veterans coping with PTSD, EMDR has proven to be effective in treating many types of traumas. The therapy works with the connection between the mind’s natural ability to process information and the… Read More

Frances Bunzl Clinical Services has been working hard to hire new caring, specialized therapists – many for the new Horwitz-Zusman Child & Family Center who will help children and teens facing mental health issues. Read More

Cari Newman, parenting coach gives advice on parenting strategies around the latest covid surge. Read More

Join us for a FREE webinar on Friday, January 21 at 12 pm for our next Mental Health Series Event, Mothers & Daughters: Keeping The Closeness Read More

We break down three of the most common misconceptions about domestic abuse, and how the popular Netflix series Maid helps shed light on them. Read More

Going through a separation or divorce can be very difficult, no matter the reason for it. It can feel like your world is being turned upside down. It can distract from work, family, and friends. People’s emotions can range from guilt, to relief, to… Read More

For most, family is a source of stability and love, and a relationship that can always be depended on. However, for some, family relationships can be complex and even difficult. And for a rare few, family relationships can become so strained that… Read More