Kalamazoo Child and Family Counseling

09/19/2025

At KCFC, we love connecting with families, schools, and local organizations. Community events aren’t just fun—they’re a chance to share resources, build partnerships, and celebrate resilience.

👉 What are your favorite local events? Let us know where we should show up next!

09/19/2025

Have you ever heard of Play Therapy?
We use Play Therapy to help with:

🔵 Anxiety
🔵 Attachment problems and parent-child relationships
🔵 Trauma
🔵 Grief and loss
🔵 Impulsivity and behavior problems

You are their guiding light on this path of wellness. Contact us today.
kzoofamilycounseling.com
269-615-7637

09/18/2025

Kalamazoo Child & Family Counseling is preparing to launch an Adolescent Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) focused on Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) for teens who need more support than weekly outpatient care. The plan is for the program to operate after school, from between 3:00 PM and 6:00 PM 3-4 days a week.

We’re inviting Mental Health Providers, school partners, and other healthcare professionals to join our provider mailing list for:

✅ Program launch details
✅ Referral pathways & inclusion criteria
✅ Scheduling & structure (DBT groups, individual, family sessions)
✅ Ongoing updates and outcome highlights

👉 Sign up here to stay informed:

Adolescents struggling with emotional regulation, self-harm, or suicidal ideation often need more than traditional outpatient therapy. Our new Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) is designed to bridge the gap between weekly therapy and inpatient care.

09/17/2025

It's not out of the ordinary for children to have behavior issues with the start of school. It's a stressful and challenging time for everyone, and we're here to help.

Call us today and we'd love to set up a time for you and your family to meet with one of amazing counselors!

Visit our website at kzoofamilycounseling.com or call us at (269) 615-7637

09/16/2025

Feeling overwhelmed? Need a safe, caring space for your family? At Kalamazoo Child and Family Counseling we help children, teens, and parents heal together. We’re here when anxiety, grief, behavior, or life’s transitions get hard. You don’t have to go it alone.

You are their guiding light on this path of wellness. Contact us today.
kzoofamilycounseling.com
269-615-7637

09/11/2025

Today we honor the strength and resilience of our nation.

09/10/2025

At our center, we take the time to really understand your child's unique story. Here's how we do it:

🟣 Early Life and Genetics: We look at the child's life before birth and their genetic background.
🟣 Developmental History: We study how the child has grown and developed over time.
🟣 Current Issues: We talk to the child about how they see their current problems.

We also check their mental health and how well they think and learn. By looking at their problems through the lens of children's mental health and trauma, we can understand them better. Knowing how trauma changes the body helps us create better ways to help your child.

Stay informed, stay empowered, and remember, we're here to support your child's journey to wellness. https://kzoofamilycounseling.com/index.php/pediatric-mental-health-clinic/

09/04/2025

At Kalamazoo Child and Family Counseling, we focus on pediatric mental health, helping children and teens through tough times like anxiety, PTSD, or grief with a caring and research-backed approach. Our experienced team supports not just the children, but their families too, enhancing relationships and helping everyone cope better. You're not alone; we're here to help your family heal and grow stronger together. Visit our website and read more kzoofamilycounseling.com

09/02/2025

September is Su***de Prevention Awareness Month, a time to remind our community that support is always close by. No one should ever feel they have to go through difficult moments alone.

If you or someone you know is struggling, there are people ready to listen and help:
• Call or text 988 for the Su***de & Crisis Lifeline, available day or night
• Connect with Gryphon Place Help-Line by dialing 211 or calling (269) 381-HELP for local, immediate support
• Reach Integrated Services of Kalamazoo (ISK) at (269) 373-6000 for behavioral health urgent care and crisis services

Together, we can build a community that listens, supports, and makes sure every voice is heard.

09/01/2025

Time to relax, recharge, and reflect. Happy Labor Day!

08/27/2025

The school year is here, and with it comes fresh beginnings, new challenges, and plenty of opportunities to grow. From first-day nerves to big milestones, we know every child’s journey is unique.

At Kalamazoo Child and Family Counseling, we’re here to support families through each season of school life. Whether it’s building confidence, managing stress, or celebrating achievements, our team is ready to walk alongside you.

Here’s to a year full of learning, resilience, and joy!

08/26/2025

Kalamazoo Child and Family Counseling, in partnership with Western Michigan University’s School of Social Work, is hosting a Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) training with Kristine Buffington, LCSW. This evidence-based model equips professionals to help children, adolescents, and families heal from the impact of trauma.

Dates and times:
August 27, 2025 | 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
August 28, 2025 | 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM
August 29, 2025 | 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM

Attendance at all three sessions is required for credit.
12 Social Work Continuing Education Hours are available.

This is an excellent opportunity to strengthen your skills and provide meaningful support to the families you serve. Click the link or scan the QR code on the flyer to register today! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/trauma-focused-cognitive-behavioral-therapy-registration-1419430166839?aff=oddtdtcreator&utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=kcfc&utm_content=ap_a6wqeonwcu