David Lawrence Centers

01/31/2026

Excited to kick off the Naples Winter Wine Festival with Meet the Kids Day! David Lawrence Centers is proud to be one of six community partners in this year’s Mental Health Initiative. Meet the Kids Day brings together trustees, patrons, and supporters to connect with the organizations they champion. This year’s theme, “Through My Lens, The Heart of It All,” truly reflected the Naples Children Foundation mission: creating lasting change by investing in programs that transform the lives of vulnerable children in Collier County. Since 2000, NCF has raised over $336 million, empowering 385,000 children through nearly 90 nonprofit partnerships—including DLC. Together, we’re bridging gaps in education and healthcare, strengthening families, and transforming our community.

01/28/2026

Click here to register: https://davidlawrencecenters.org/events/

Did you know, our friends at David Lawrence Centers offer free Mental Health First Aid Trainings? Please see the dates below and email dlceducates@dlcenters.org to register

Adult MHFA, Virtual - 9am-4pm, Monday February 23rd

Youth MHFA, Virtual - 9:30am-3pm, Friday, March 20th

Youth MHFA, In-Person - 9:30am-3pm, Friday, April 17th at North Collier Regional Park

Adult MHFA, In-Person - 9am-4pm, Friday, April 24th at St. Matthew's House - Empowerment Hub

01/20/2026

We’re proud to share that the Supervisor of DLC’s Pathways to Healing Program, Denise McNulty, was interviewed by Cary Barbour from WGCU Public Media! She shared what a typical day looks like, who our program supports, and highlighted the dedicated staff making a difference every day. Thanks to WGCU for helping us spread the word!

https://www.wgcu.org/show/gulf-coast-life/2026-01-14/david-lawrence-centers-program-helps-patients-transition-from-hospitalization-to-day-treatment

The Pathways to Healing Program is a voluntary, structured day treatment program for adults aged 18 and over. Services are designed to address both mental health and substance use challenges. Click here to learn more:

https://davidlawrencecenters.org/outpatient-programs/?fbclid=IwY2xjawPXVI5leHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFNeU4wUGUwZHNzWGFJb0Jjc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHlMM6ag3aNgNmBON9myJ0wK-Ml8a0cQU2WW9XS24s0neOyou0ysDI5mCTdrw_aem_IAVVQwmwdMylgK_3qKHFfA

New David Lawrence Centers program, Pathways to Healing, helps people undergoing behavioral health treatments with transition after hospitalization.

01/09/2026

We are so proud of Jasmine Pagano, Supervisor of Wellness Programs at DLC, for being selected as one of the 2026 FGCU Alumni Award Winners!

Hear from her supervisor, Jessica Liria, Director of Community Wellness and Impact, “Jasmine has been instrumental in advancing the growth and impact of our department. She leads a skilled team delivering evidence-based education and wellness initiatives to youth, parents, and community partners. Her ability to foster collaboration, strengthen partnerships, and drive innovative programming has elevated prevention work across Collier County. I am confident her continued leadership will leave an enduring mark on our field.”

Congratulations, Jasmine!

01/09/2026

Check out this interview between Tampa Bay 28 anchor Wendy Ryan and David Lawrence Centers CEO Scott Burgess. Last summer, they sat down at the Florida Behavioral Health Conference in Orlando to discuss behavioral health initiatives being tested across Florida and locally here at DLC.

Florida Behavioral Health Association's Scott Burgess shared with Anchor Wendy Ryan the new initiatives being tested across Florida.

01/01/2026

Happy New Year from DLC!

12/26/2025

The Provider Spotlight is shining on David Lawrence Centers!

"Jenny" received services through Crossroads at David Lawrence Centers. She expressed her gratitude in an anonymous survey, "Thank for being there for me. It was a joy to get to know you. You are my family now. I will never ever forget your kindness. I love you all. Be safe and I will too."

12/25/2025

Merry Christmas from DLC!

12/19/2025

Our "A Gift for the Caregiver" event at the beautiful Naples Botanical Garden was an inspiring celebration of the selfless work of caregivers in our community. Attendees enjoyed a day dedicated to their well-being, featuring interactive workshops on recognizing burnout, practical self-care tools, and candid conversations about mental and emotional health. Caregivers had the opportunity to connect with one another, build supportive relationships, and discover valuable local resources. We were grateful to have several community partners and businesses join us, offering helpful information and special giveaways to show appreciation for our caregivers’ dedication. Light refreshments and free admission to the garden provided a relaxing, rejuvenating atmosphere.

Thank you to all the caregivers who joined us—you deserve to be celebrated every day!

Thank you to our sponsors:

The Caregiver’s Journey - Practical Tips and Candid Conversations
Naples Botanical Garden
Florida Blue
Seniors Blue Book of Florida: Lee & Collier Counties

12/15/2025

We’re proud to share that David Lawrence Centers has been named as a winner of Greenspace Health’s 2025 MBC Impact Awards for achieving one of the Highest Average Symptom Improvement rates across our clients using Measurement-Based Care.

This award highlights our commitment to using real-time outcome data to drive meaningful, measurable change in client wellbeing.

We’re honored to be recognized alongside so many leaders in Measurement-Based Care.

See the full list of winners: https://greenspacehealth.com/en-us/the-2025-mbc-impact-awards/?utm_campaign=ImpactAwards&utm_medium=partner

12/04/2025

"At DLC, we believe that mental health is a community health issue. When one person heals, we all benefit. Every contribution of time, talent or treasure helps strengthen the foundation of a healthier, more compassionate Southwest Florida. The challenges ahead are real, but I am confident that with compassion, collaboration and continued investment, we can ensure hope and healing remain within reach for everyone in our community." - Scott Burgess, CEO, David Lawrence Centers.

Check out this opinion piece for Naples Daily News written by David Lawrence Centers CEO Scott Burgess, as he discusses why investing in mental health isn't just compassionate, it's essential.

12/02/2025

🤝 This Giving Tuesday, we invite you to stand with us at David Lawrence Centers. Your support fosters hope and healing for individuals and families in Southwest Florida. Together, we can provide “Care for All” and ensure that everyone has access to vital mental health resources. Every gift counts—make your contribution now! https://davidlawrencecenters.org/donate-now/ 🌈