The Margaret Morgan Lawrence Center for Family and Child Development

04/24/2026

Please join us for the Harlem Family Services Community Meet & Greet on Friday, April 24, at 5 PM. This event will take place at the Margaret Morgan Lawrence Center for Family and Child Development, located at 20 East 110th Street, Suite 201, New York, NY.

Meet your neighbors, local businesses, and the Harlem Family Services team. Learn about services like play therapy for children, neurofeedback, and Spravato for treatment-resistant depression. Enjoy food catered by Melba's and connect with others who share your passion for a stronger Harlem.

RSVP by emailing hfs@harlemfamilyservices.org and visit harlemfamilyservices.org for more details.

04/24/2026

Please join us for the Harlem Family Services Community Meet & Greet onFriday, April 24, at 5 PM. This event will take place at the Margaret Morgan Lawrence Center for Family and Child Development, located at 20 East 110th Street, Suite 201, New York, NY.

Meet your neighbors, local businesses, and the Harlem Family Services team. Learn about services like play therapy for children, neurofeedback, and Spravato for treatment-resistant depression. Enjoy food catered by Melba's and connect with others who share your passion for a stronger Harlem.

RSVP by emailing hfs@harlemfamilyservices.org and visit harlemfamilyservices.org for more details.

04/23/2026

Please join us for the Harlem Family Services Community Meet & Greet on Thursday, April 23, at 5 PM. This event will take place at the Margaret Morgan Lawrence Center for Family and Child Development, located at 20 East 110th Street, Suite 201, New York, NY.

Meet your neighbors, faith leaders, and the Harlem Family Services team. Learn about services like play therapy for children, neurofeedback, and Spravato for treatment-resistant depression. Enjoy food catered by Melba's and connect with others who share your passion for a stronger Harlem.

RSVP by emailing hfs@harlemfamilyservices.org and visit harlemfamilyservices.org for more details.

04/23/2026

Please join us for the Harlem Family Services Community Meet & Greet on Friday, April 24, at 5 PM. This event will take place at the Margaret Morgan Lawrence Center for Family and Child Development, located at 20 East 110th Street, Suite 201, New York, NY.

Meet your neighbors, faith leaders, and the Harlem Family Services team. Learn about services like play therapy for children, neurofeedback, and Spravato for treatment-resistant depression. Enjoy food catered by Melba's and connect with others who share your passion for a stronger Harlem.

RSVP by emailing hfs@harlemfamilyservices.org and visit harlemfamilyservices.org for more details.

04/23/2026

Today! Faith based community meet up at The Margaret Morgan Lawrence Center for Family & Child Development is happening at 5pm. All denominations are welcomed! Come join us at our open house for an opportunity to connect and support healing in our Harlem community. We care and want to see you there!

04/23/2026

Did you see it? We are on the news! Check us out!

In a community with fewer resources than many others for treating mental health challenges, there's a new clinic meeting people where they are. Harlem commun...

04/22/2026

Today is the first day of our community open house. We are welcoming all parents, educators, mental health community, etc. to stop by and check out the Margaret Morgan Lawrence Center for Family & Child Development.

04/20/2026

Harlem Family Services is grateful for our president and chair Sheila E Johnson LP, MPS. Have you had a chance to meet her? IF you would like to meet her, come to one of our open house events this week at our newly opened center. See story for details. Email hfs@harlemfamilyservices.org for any questions.

04/15/2026

Supporting someone you care about can feel overwhelming but your presence matters more than perfection.

Here’s what meaningful support can look like:

• Listening without interrupting or trying to “solve” the problem
• Validating their feelings instead of minimizing them
• Encouraging professional support when needed

What to avoid:
• “Just stay positive”
• “Others have it worse”
• Trying to rush their healing process

Supporting someone can also be emotional and its important to set boundaries and take care of yourself, too.

Showing up, staying present, and leading with empathy can make a bigger difference than you realize.

04/13/2026

We are on the news! Check us out!

In a community with fewer resources than many others for treating mental health challenges, there's a new clinic meeting people where they are. Harlem commun...

04/08/2026

April is Stress Awareness Month

In our daily lives, stress can become so normalized that we stop recognizing its impact. But ongoing stress can affect our mood, relationships, sleep, and overall health. Awareness is the first step toward change.

This month, we’re focusing on:
• Understanding stress and burnout
• Learning practical coping strategies
• Encouraging open conversations about mental health
• Connecting our community to accessible resources

Whether it’s taking a few moments to breathe, setting boundaries, or reaching out for support — small steps can make a meaningful difference.

We continue our commitment to culturally responsive, community-centered mental health care — because everyone deserves to feel seen, supported, and understood.

Let this month be a reminder:
You don’t have to carry everything on your own.

Visit us at www.harlemfamilyservices.org

04/07/2026

April is Stress Awareness Month
A time to pause, reflect, and better understand how stress shows up in our lives.

Stress is a natural part of life — but when it becomes constant, it can impact your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.

Chronic stress doesn’t just “stay in your head.” It can show up as:
• Trouble sleeping
• Irritability or mood swings
• Difficulty concentrating
• Headaches or body tension
• Feeling overwhelmed or emotionally drained

Many of us have learned to push through stress, normalize it, or ignore it, especially in fast-paced environments and communities where survival often comes first. But unmanaged stress can build over time and lead to burnout, anxiety, and other health challenges.

Stress awareness isn’t about eliminating stress completely, it’s about recognizing it early and responding with care.

This month, give yourself permission to:
• Pause without guilt
• Ask for support
• Set boundaries that protect your energy
• Prioritize your well-being

You deserve care, not just coping.

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