What are the opening hours?

Monday 8:30am - 5pm Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm Thursday 8:30am - 5pm Friday 8:30am - 5pm

Wisconsin Family Ties

Home
United States
Madison, WI
Wisconsin Family Ties

Supporting families & changing lives by improving children's mental health. Our staff are located regionally throughout the state.
(1)

Providing support, education, training and advocacy regarding children experiencing social, emotional, behavioral and mental health problems.

03/03/2026

There’s still time! ⏰

The clock is ticking on The Big Share 2026, and you can support Wisconsin Family Ties until 11:59 PM tonight!

If Wisconsin Family Ties — or the Children Come First Conference — has ever made a positive difference in your life, now is the time to give back. Your gift helps us continue empowering families, supporting youth, and building stronger communities across Wisconsin.

DONATE NOW: https://www.thebigshare.org/organizations/wisconsinfamilytiesorg

Every dollar helps. Every donation matters. 💙

Make your gift before midnight and be part of something powerful!

03/03/2026

🚨 It’s 6:00 PM — Super Power Hour is LIVE! 🚨

From 6–7 PM, Wisconsin Family Ties has the chance to win $2,000 in bonus funding during The Big Share 2026! The organization with the most donors and the one that raises the most during this hour each win $2,000 — and every single gift counts.

If you’ve ever felt supported by Wisconsin Family Ties…
If you believe families deserve strong support systems…

Now is the moment to give.

DONATE NOW: https://www.thebigshare.org/organizations/wisconsinfamilytiesorg

Federal funding cuts are impacting organizations like ours. Your gift — $5, $25, $100 — helps us continue walking alongside children with challenges and the families who love them.

⏰ The clock is ticking. This hour matters.

Donate now and help us make this our most powerful hour yet! 💙

03/02/2026

Wisconsin Family Ties invites you to join us for our next Empowered Families: Tools for Mental Health & Resilience webinar:

Building Your Village: Creating Empowering Communities for Children and Families

📅 March 4, 2026
⏰ 6:00–7:00 PM CST
💻 Live on Microsoft Teams
🎟️ FREE & open to all

REGISTER NOW: b5f4d67f-d657-4be9-b683-feb88cd54110@4fd77dc6-536f-4847-9562-b7baca83cfc7" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/b5f4d67f-d657-4be9-b683-feb88cd54110@4fd77dc6-536f-4847-9562-b7baca83cfc7

This month, we’re honored to welcome Dr. KayLa N. Allen-Young, founder of Dear Mixed Girl and a nationally recognized voice on identity development, belonging, and inclusion.

Families are not meant to navigate identity, growth, and belonging alone. In this powerful final session, we’ll explore how caregivers, extended family, trusted adults, schools, and community partners can come together to create environments where children feel safe, seen, and empowered.

✨ What You’ll Gain:
✔ Why a strong support system matters
✔ How to identify who belongs in your child’s “village”
✔ Tools to strengthen trust, communication & shared responsibility
✔ Practical strategies you can use right away
✔ Ways to build inclusive, nurturing environments rooted in empathy and belonging

New This Month!
Certificates of Attendance are available for purchase for this session. You may purchase before or after the webinar, and certificates will be emailed following the event.
Purchase here: https://buy.stripe.com/4gM3cw7MFabI90hg2E77O00

This session brings together identity development, emotional intelligence, and cultural proficiency — leaving families feeling equipped, encouraged, and confident.

Join us and take the next step in building your village. 💚

02/28/2026

Wisconsin Family Ties is excited to share that we’re participating in The Big Share 2026 hosted by Community Shares of Wisconsin! 💙

The Big Share is a 36-hour online day of giving featuring nonprofits across the state. Giving begins Monday, March 2 at 6:00 PM and continues through Tuesday, March 3 at 11:59 PM — and the donation portal is open now, so you don’t have to wait to make your impact!

DONATE NOW:https://www.thebigshare.org/organizations/wisconsinfamilytiesorg

Like many nonprofits, we urgently need community support to sustain our programs for children and families across Wisconsin. Every dollar makes a difference and helps us continue providing education, advocacy, and support to families navigating children’s mental health and special education systems.

Make your gift today and invest in families who need it most. Together, we can make this Big Share truly powerful. 💫

02/18/2026

📣 Join us tomorrow for a FREE live webinar designed to give parents real tools for real-life challenges!

Parenting Webinar – No More Guessing Games: Clear Steps to Handle Meltdowns with Compassion
🗓 February 18, 2026 | ⏰ 6:00–7:00 PM CST
💻 Live on Microsoft Teams

As part of our Empowered Families: Tools for Mental Health & Resilience series, this session will help caregivers understand what’s underneath big behaviors and respond with calm, confidence, and connection.

We’re excited to welcome special guest speaker Megan Hamm LPC-S, RPT, owner of Time For A Change Counseling, LLC. With over 18 years of experience, Megan will share clear, practical strategies you can start using right away.

✨ Walk away with tools to reduce escalation, strengthen connection, and bring more calm into your home.

👉 Register Now: 5fed8602-d27d-4fb0-a5ef-3c938090bccb@4fd77dc6-536f-4847-9562-b7baca83cfc7" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/5fed8602-d27d-4fb0-a5ef-3c938090bccb@4fd77dc6-536f-4847-9562-b7baca83cfc7

02/12/2026

We are so grateful to have had Megan Hamm LPC-S, RPT present to clinicians as a part of our Empowered Families Webinar Series. Don’t miss her next presentation with us next week, Wednesday 2/18 at 6 PM CST. Attendance is FREE! Register Now: 5fed8602-d27d-4fb0-a5ef-3c938090bccb@4fd77dc6-536f-4847-9562-b7baca83cfc7" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/5fed8602-d27d-4fb0-a5ef-3c938090bccb@4fd77dc6-536f-4847-9562-b7baca83cfc7

02/10/2026

📣 Join us TOMORROW for our Empowered Families webinar!

Wisconsin Family Ties invites clinicians and community partners to a special session in our FREE monthly webinar series, Empowered Families: Tools for Mental Health & Resilience:

Clinicians Webinar – From Conflict to Collaboration: Making Parents True Partners in Treatment
February 11, 2026 | 1:00–2:00 PM CST
Live on Microsoft Teams

We’re honored to welcome Megan Hamm LPC-S, RPT, owner of Time For A Change Counseling, LLC. With over 18 years of experience and specialized training in trauma and attachment, Megan will share practical, trauma-informed strategies to help clinicians navigate hard conversations, build trust with parents, and create true collaborative partnerships.

Participants will leave with real-world tools and language they can use right away. Don’t miss this opportunity to strengthen your work with children and families!

Register Now: 09de367f-3791-4a34-a117-84fce0d007a2@4fd77dc6-536f-4847-9562-b7baca83cfc7" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/09de367f-3791-4a34-a117-84fce0d007a2@4fd77dc6-536f-4847-9562-b7baca83cfc7

02/03/2026

🌟 Empowered Families Webinar Series – February Sessions 🌟

Wisconsin Family Ties is proud to invite you to our FREE February webinars in the Empowered Families: Tools for Mental Health & Resilience series! These virtual sessions are designed to strengthen families through education, connection, and practical support.

We’re honored to partner with Megan M. Hamm, Ed.S, LPC-S, RPT, owner of Time For A Change Counseling, LLC and a trusted expert in child behavior, trauma, and attachment. Megan brings over 18 years of experience supporting families, clinicians, and caregivers with compassionate, evidence-based strategies.

📌 For Clinicians
From Conflict to Collaboration: Making Parents True Partners in Treatment
🗓 Wednesday, February 11, 2026
⏰ 1:00–2:00 PM (CST)
💻 Virtual via Microsoft Teams
💲 FREE

Register Now: 09de367f-3791-4a34-a117-84fce0d007a2@4fd77dc6-536f-4847-9562-b7baca83cfc7" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/09de367f-3791-4a34-a117-84fce0d007a2@4fd77dc6-536f-4847-9562-b7baca83cfc7

📌 For Parents & Caregivers
No More Guessing Games: Clear Steps to Handle Meltdowns with Compassion
🗓 Wednesday, February 18, 2026
⏰ 6:00–7:00 PM (CST)
💻 Virtual via Microsoft Teams
💲 FREE

Register Now: 5fed8602-d27d-4fb0-a5ef-3c938090bccb@4fd77dc6-536f-4847-9562-b7baca83cfc7" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/5fed8602-d27d-4fb0-a5ef-3c938090bccb@4fd77dc6-536f-4847-9562-b7baca83cfc7

✨ Whether you’re a professional or a caregiver, these sessions offer practical tools, compassionate guidance, and real-world strategies you can use right away.

👉 Register today and help us spread the word by sharing with your networks!

01/26/2026

Wisconsin Family Ties is inviting passionate, community-minded individuals to consider joining our Board of Directors. 💙

Serving on our board is a meaningful way to support children, youth, and families across Wisconsin while helping guide our mission and strengthen our impact. Individuals with experience serving on a nonprofit or organizational board should consider connecting. We are interested in individuals eager to share their leadership, insight, and commitment to family-driven care.

If this opportunity speaks to you—or someone you know—we’d love to connect. Learn more or express interest by emailing board@wifamilyties.org.

Together, we can continue building strong, family-driven systems of care across Wisconsin.

01/23/2026

🌟 Happening TONIGHT in Madison! 🌟

Looking for a fun, welcoming outing for your family? Brave the cold for a FREE Sensory-Friendly Night at the Madison Children's Museum tonight, January 23 from 4:30–7:00 pm!

This special evening is designed for children and families with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and sensory sensitivities, offering a supportive, inclusive space to learn and play together 💛

✨ What to expect:
Reduced sensory input throughout the museum
Quiet/comfort rooms available (Wildernest, Cozy Cottage, First Aid Room)
Hand dryers turned off; paper towels provided
The Wayback Machine exhibit fully turned off
Fidgets, headphones, timers, and other sensory supports available
Clear signage for quiet zones and sensory-seeking areas
The entire museum is open—friends and family of all ages welcome!

🎟️ Free for all attendees!
Pre-registration is encouraged but not required.

Register Now: https://10059a.blackbaudhosting.com/10059a/tickets?tab=2&txobjid=ed477be6-71e2-4d81-9f91-74400549339b

Wisconsin Family Ties is excited to help spread the word about opportunities like this that bring families together in spaces that truly support their needs.💙

01/19/2026

Join us for our next Empowered Families Webinar! 💜

We’re excited to host “Cultural Proficiency in Action: Supporting Children and Families in Their Identity Journey”, presented by Dear Mixed Girl.

This conversation will explore how families and caregivers can create affirming, informed spaces that support children as they navigate and develop their identities. Dr. Allen‑Young brings a compassionate, strength‑based approach that centers connection, understanding, and community.

Date: Wednesday, January 21, 2026
Time: 6:00–7:00 PM CST
Location: Virtual via Microsoft Teams
Cost: FREE

We hope you’ll join us for this meaningful session designed to uplift families and empower the next generation.

Register: 829a748d-77f1-4390-9f8e-88751d716c95@4fd77dc6-536f-4847-9562-b7baca83cfc7" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/829a748d-77f1-4390-9f8e-88751d716c95@4fd77dc6-536f-4847-9562-b7baca83cfc7

01/19/2026

Honoring Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Today, we pause to honor the life, legacy, and unwavering courage of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

At Wisconsin Family Ties, Dr. King’s reminder that progress is a shared journey inspires us to support families, empower youth, and work toward communities where everyone belongs.

As we reflect today, may we carry forward his call to walk together, stand for justice, and keep moving toward a brighter future.

Address

200 E. Verona Avenue #1008
Madison, WI
53593

Opening Hours

Monday	8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 5pm
Thursday	8:30am - 5pm
Friday	8:30am - 5pm

Telephone

+16082676800

Website

https://www.wifamilyties.org/

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Wisconsin Family Ties posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Want your practice to be the top-listed Clinic in Madison?