Youth Counseling Connection

Youth Counseling Connection YCC is a nonprofit org that provides free mental health services to Lexington youth/families.

On World Mental Health Day, we’re reminded that mental well-being is not a global issue to be solved elsewhere, but a co...
10/10/2025

On World Mental Health Day, we’re reminded that mental well-being is not a global issue to be solved elsewhere, but a community matter that begins right here at home.

For over a decade, YCC has been a staple of the Lexington community, providing free and accessible counseling, support groups, and community-based programs. From addressing the high number of local students who report depressive symptoms to providing a safe space for LGBTQ+ youth, our work is a direct response to the specific needs of our neighbors.

Our services are a lifeline, but they are only possible through the generosity of people like you. When you support YCC, you're not just donating to a cause; you are investing in the emotional wellness of a Lexington child, a struggling family, or a young adult searching for a path forward.

Help us ensure that every young person in our community has access to the support they deserve.

Will you be a part of the solution?

Donate today at: https://www.youthcounselingconnection.org/donate

🔥Hot off the press! YCC is celebrating its grant in the September issue of the ! Grab your copy and read all about it a...
09/20/2025

🔥Hot off the press!

YCC is celebrating its grant in the September issue of the !

Grab your copy and read all about it and the amazing services YCC provides Lexington youth and their families.

Caring for young minds. Building emotional resiliency.

Our Fall Board Member Retreat was a huge success as we strategized about how YCC can continue to support Lexington youth...
09/08/2025

Our Fall Board Member Retreat was a huge success as we strategized about how YCC can continue to support Lexington youth and their families.

We discussed:
-the Cummings Foundation Grant we just won
-new youth group programs
-speaker series ideas
-the long term goals of YCC
-and so much more!

Stay tuned here and in our newsletters for all the details as we gear up for a fantastic year of supporting Lexington youth and families!

www.youthcounselingconnection.org

Exciting News! Youth Counseling Connection Awarded $75,000 Grant!Youth Counseling Connection's Board and Executive Direc...
09/02/2025

Exciting News! Youth Counseling Connection Awarded $75,000 Grant!

Youth Counseling Connection's Board and Executive Director, Emily Hayes, is thrilled to announce that we have been awarded a generous $75,000 grant from the esteemed Cummings Foundation!

How This Grant Helps – Direct Impact on Lexington Youth:

The need for mental health support for young people is growing, and this $75,000 grant will directly help YCC increase our servies to Lexington youth and families.

We want to give our deepest thanks to the Cummings Foundation for their incredible generosity and their strong commitment to helping our community. Their belief in YCC's work shows just how much good we can do together.

Join Us in Celebrating and Keeping the Impact Going:

While this grant is a fantastic step, the need for our services is growing. We invite you to celebrate this success with us and keep supporting youth mental health:

Learn More: Visit our website to read more about this grant and all our programs.

Spread the Word: Share this exciting news with your friends and family on social media.

Support Our Mission: Every donation, big or small, helps us provide vital services to even more young people.

Together with partners like the Cummings Foundation and amazing supporters like you, we are building a stronger, healthier future for Lexington youth and their families.

www.youthcounselingconnection.org

Let your Lexington student know...YCC's walk-in wednesdays are back open for the school year!The office is open for walk...
08/28/2025

Let your Lexington student know...YCC's walk-in wednesdays are back open for the school year!

The office is open for walk-in therapy on Wednesdays from 3:00-4:30pm. During this time, youth or families can walk in and have immediate free access to a therapist. This is a great resource for those who have had a hard time accessing services, or someone who wants to see what therapy is all about!

www.youthcounselingconnection.org

Honored to be recognized by Lexington's own Battlegreen Run Foundation as one of the many non-profits their annual run s...
06/10/2025

Honored to be recognized by Lexington's own Battlegreen Run Foundation as one of the many non-profits their annual run supports.

Since 1996, they have distributed over $1,200,000 to non-profit partners like YCC and we are very grateful.

We use financial support like this for the many FREE mental health services we offer Lexington youth and their families.

Thank you Battlegreen Run Foundation! We appreciate you.

See you on November 2nd with our ever-growing YCC team!

Don't miss this FREE event on May 20th at 7pm at Galaray House on Mass Ave in Lexington. Dr Kramer is our guest and she ...
05/08/2025

Don't miss this FREE event on May 20th at 7pm at Galaray House on Mass Ave in Lexington.

Dr Kramer is our guest and she will be talking about supporting social & emotional wellbeing in our tweens & teens.

A huge thank you to the Community Endowment of Lexington for providing us a grant to make this event possible.

Join us in recognizing Mental Health Awareness Month.YCC is an independent Lexington-based nonprofit located at 7 Harrin...
05/05/2025

Join us in recognizing Mental Health Awareness Month.

YCC is an independent Lexington-based nonprofit located at 7 Harrington Road (right on the battle green with a private side entrance) and works tirelessly to support Lexington youth and their families through short-term counseling, support groups, and community-based programs.

Our active Youth Board students connect peers with YCC services, host events and fundraisers.

Questions? Check out our website:

www.youthcounselingconnection.org

or email emily@youthcounselingconnection.org

Healthy friendships are great for your mental health! If you worry that you might be in an unhealthy friendship and want...
04/01/2025

Healthy friendships are great for your mental health!

If you worry that you might be in an unhealthy friendship and want someone to talk to, our Walk in Wednesdays from 3-4:30pm (or any weekday by appointment) are a great place to start.

As always, our services are FREE and confidential.

Use our private side entrance (there's a YCC sign on the door) at 7 Harrington Road right on the green in Lexington and walk in every Wednesday from 3-4:30pm and speak to one of our kind counselors.

More information at www.youthcounselingconnection.org

👋🏼 Volunteer positions are open on our Board of Directors!If you're passionate about making a difference with youth ment...
02/14/2025

👋🏼 Volunteer positions are open on our Board of Directors!

If you're passionate about making a difference with youth mental health right here in Lexington then we would love to hear from you.

Our goal is to have our YCC Board be a representation of our community from every background and every school.

Interested? Want to know more?

Send us an email at emily@youthcounselingconnection.org

Address

7 Harrington Road
Lexington, MA
02421

Opening Hours

Monday 11am - 5pm
Tuesday 11am - 5pm
Wednesday 11am - 5pm
Thursday 11am - 5pm

Telephone

+17818620330

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