Child Guidance Center

11/19/2025

The holidays are almost here! Our annual gift drive is in full swing, and we're working to make sure every child we serve has gifts to open this season. We're currently about 100 children short of our goal, and we'd love your help getting there. If you're looking for a meaningful way to give back this season, this is it! Donate below or via PayPal at https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=8ME6V4VRD5GX6

11/14/2025

Thank you to everyone who joined us for the 2025 Su***de Prevention Symposium last Friday! We heard from David Romano of Active Minds, participated in a panel discussion with leaders from across Jacksonville's mental health landscape, and had a practical training in de-escalation strategies.

Special thanks to our speakers and partners from the Partnership for Child Health , Steven A. Cohen Military Family Clinic at Centerstone, Florida, Mental Health Resource Center, Sulzbacher, Duval County Public Schools, Gateway - Steps to Recovery, The Fire Watch, and United Way of Northeast Florida for their support.

Here's to continuing this important work together!

11/13/2025

Today is World Kindness Day, and a great time to highlight a recent project from our Rapid Response Team! Our therapists spent time creating handmade bookmarks and bracelets to give to clients. 💙 These gifts are little reminders to our clients that they’re not alone and that someone is thinking of them.

Remember, kindness doesn’t have to be big to make a difference!

11/11/2025

Happy Veterans Day! Today, we honor the veterans who have served our country with courage and dedication. To all who have served—thank you!

It's also important to remember that service affects the entire family. If you work with military-connected children, check out the Military Child Education Coalition's (MCEC) Well-being Toolkit—a free resource filled with social-emotional support tools for parents, educators, and professionals.

The Military Child Well-Being Toolkit was created to provide accessible social-emotional supports and resources directly to parents, educators, and other youth-serving professionals working with military-connected youth.

10/31/2025

Happy Halloween! 🎃 This week, our Creative Art Processing Group put a therapeutic twist on an old tradition. Just like traditional jack-o'-lanterns are said to protect against bad spirits, our students wrote down the negative thoughts and feelings they wanted to let go of and "fed" them to their pumpkins. Sometimes the hardest things to say out loud are easier to let go of in creative ways.

10/15/2025

Today's the day! We're at the Historic Florida Capitol Museum today for Behavioral Health Day! Proud to be here, partnering with Florida Behavioral Health Association and other stakeholders for this important cause.

10/10/2025

Happy World Mental Health Day! 💚 Between work, family, and everything else on our plates, taking care of our mental health often slides to the bottom of the list. But when we take care of ourselves, we're better able to show up for the people and moments that matter most.

Today's a good reminder to check in with yourself. How are you really doing? Here are five simple tips that can help make a difference. You're not alone in this!

09/30/2025

Our latest newsletter is here! See what we've been up to, learn how you can get involved, and read our new blog post on managing screen time for kids. Check it out: https://bit.ly/CGCFallUpdate2025

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09/26/2025

Crisis doesn’t wait, and neither do we. 💙 Our Rapid Response program is here 24/7 to support individuals of all ages during their toughest moments.

As Su***de Prevention Awareness Month begins to wind down, let’s continue to spread hope and awareness. Learn more: https://cgcjax.org/our-programs/rapid-response/

09/23/2025

Some wonderful reminders from our friends at Sesame Street!

09/22/2025

🍂 It's the first day of fall! Kick off the new season by taking some time to connect with nature. Mindful outdoor activities like nature walks (or even just watching the clouds!) can help lower anxiety and bring a sense of calm.

We'd love to hear about your favorite outdoor mindfulness places around Jacksonville. Share your photos or favorite spots in the comments! 📸

09/15/2025

Today, we're celebrating National Online Learning Day and all the ways our kids can learn and grow online. But how do we make sure all that screen time supports their mental wellness, too? 🌱

Our latest blog post offers helpful tips for parents to support their kids' well-being in today's digital world. Check it out:

Learn to balance screen time and mental health with your child. Explore the benefits, risks, and actionable strategies for a healthier digital lifestyle.