Counseling Center of the North Shore

01/27/2026

There is still time to register for Tommy’s 8-week Mindful Meditation group designed to support your mental and emotional well-being! Group will meet weekly on Thursdays starting THIS Thursday, January 29!

Each one-hour session includes:
• a guided meditation
• practical mindfulness exercises
• group discussion
• psychoeducation

Register at
https://forms.office.com/r/Sq8kduCKzY or contact Tommy at 847-999-4347

01/21/2026

✨ We’re so excited! ✨ Tickets for Lotería Night are ON SALE!! 🎟️�
Join us for the first Lotería Night of 2026 on Thursday, February 19 at Avli Winnetka and be among the first to check out their beautifully renovated space. Expect a fun-filled evening of Mexican Bingo, delicious food, drinks, friendly competition, all while supporting a great cause 💚

🎟️ Your $55 ticket + fees includes:�🥂 One complimentary drink (beer, wine, or soft drink)�🥙Appetizers: Hummus, pita & crudité, spanakopita, and flatbread�🎰 TWO rounds of Lotería = TWO chances to win amazing prizes!

🎉 Great people. Great food. Great prizes. Greater cause.
�👉 Get your tickets NOW: bit.ly/CCNSLoteriaNight2

Our last Lotería Night was such a blast, you do not want to miss this one!

11/30/2025

We hope that you are having a wonderful weekend...
❤️ Giving Tuesday is just around the corner on December 2nd! We are reaching out with hopeful hearts. To ensure that everyone can access high-quality mental health care, we need your help to reach our $10,000 goal. Thank you.
Donate today at CCNS.org/donate.

Why does your support matter?
Because when someone walks through the doors of CCNS, they find safety, compassion, and real progress:
✅ 98% of clients feel emotionally safe at CCNS
✅ 97% say therapy sessions were helpful
✅ 94% report improved overall well-being

Behind every number is a story, a teen managing anxiety, a parent finding strength through depression, a family healing after trauma. Your generosity makes these stories possible.

This Giving Tuesday, your gift will directly fund 100 one-on-one therapy sessions for those who need support the most.
✨ Healing should never depend on someone’s ability to pay and YOU help make that a reality.

Let’s do this together. 💛 Donate today at CCNS.org/donate & help us reach $10,000! Thank you.

11/28/2025

✨ We hope your Thanksgiving was filled with warmth and connection

❤️ Giving Tuesday is just FOUR days away on December 2nd! We are reaching out with hopeful hearts. To ensure everyone in our community can access high-quality mental health care, we need your help to reach our $10,000 goal. Donate today at CCNS.org/donate.

Why does your support matter?

Because when someone walks through the doors of CCNS, they find safety, compassion, and real progress:
✅ 98% of clients feel emotionally safe at CCNS
✅ 97% say therapy sessions were helpful
✅ 94% report improved overall well-being

Behind every number is a story, a teen managing anxiety, a parent finding strength through depression, a family healing after trauma. Your generosity makes these stories possible.

This Giving Tuesday, your gift will directly fund 100 one-on-one therapy sessions for those who need support the most.

✨ Healing should never depend on someone’s ability to pay and YOU help make that a reality.

Let’s do this together. 💛 Donate today at CCNS.org/donate & help us reach $10,000!

11/26/2025

Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at the Counseling Center of the North Shore

As we celebrate this season of gratitude, we’re reminded of the many moments of connection, generosity, and hope that strengthen our community. We hope your holiday is filled with joy, meaningful time with loved ones, and opportunities to care for your own wellbeing.

Simple Ways to Care for Your Mental Health This Holiday Season
> Take short breaks to recharge.
> Set gentle boundaries when gatherings feel overwhelming.
> Keep small routines that help you stay grounded.
> Manage expectations, focus on what truly matters, things don't have to be perfect to be special and memorable.
> Remember, it's ok to say no and put yourself first.
> Reach out for support if you need it.

A little care goes a long way during a busy season. Wishing you a bright, healthy, and gratitude filled holiday season.

10/30/2025

We are excited to invite you to Lotería Night! A fun & festive fundraiser supporting access to mental health care! 💚

Join us on Wednesday, November 19th at 6 pm for an evening of Mexican Bingo, drinks, appetizers, laughter, & prizes all for a meaningful cause. At Guanajuato Mexican Restaurant, 1005 Green Bay Rd. Winnetka.

🎟️ Get your tickets at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/loteria-night-fundraiser-tickets-1918225055779

Your $50 ticket includes a complimentary drink, appetizers, two games of Lotería which means two chances to win amazing prizes & guaranteed fun! 😉 You don’t want to miss it!

09/26/2025

Mrs. Klein by Nicholas Wright - A Gripping Drama of Psychoanalysis and Family Secrets
Presented by The Institute for Clinical Social Work (ICSW)
Friday, October 17th, 7:00pm -10:00pm
Winnetka Community House, 620 Lincoln Ave, Winnetka, IL, 60093

Mrs. Klein by Nicholas Wright -A staged reading by Amber Bond, Sarah Poff & Gina Shropshire CEUs available for licensed mental health professionals

09/26/2025

Seeing The Forest And The Trees
Friday, October 10th. 9:30 am - 12:30pm
Sacred Heart Parish Center
1077 Tower Rd, Winnetka, IL, 60093

Presented by CCNS and The Institute for Clinical Social Work (ICSW)
Description: In-person Workshop
This training will demonstrate the effectiveness of psychodynamic psychotherapy for children and their parents, with an emphasis on using a developmental framework and understanding unconscious processes. The training will illustrate the fundamental importance of assessing parent’s and children’s emotional and relational functioning through a psychodynamic lens in order to make appropriate treatment recommendations and successfully orient the treatment toward attending to not only the manifest issue, but the underlying dynamics and developmental needs that are contributing to the presenting problem.
Register:
https://secure.qgiv.com/for/tifcswe/event/theuntellingenactmenttraumaandtimecopy/

09/26/2025

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08/22/2025

Our friends across the street, Green Bay Cycles are sponsors for the 3rd Annual Rock the Ride North Shore coming up September 7th.

From the Rock the Ride registration page:
Community. Action. Change. Together.
Every gun violence tragedy is one too many. We are gathering for a day of community, action, and change — together — to say ENOUGH, to bring public awareness to this public health crisis, and to raise funds for local, state, and national organizations fighting to save lives and support survivors.

Sunday, September 7, 2025 walk or ride, and Voices of Change speakers afterwards with bagels and bubbles in the park.
Start: Hubbard Woods Park
End: Hubbard Woods Park

7:15am: Registration/Check-In opens
8:15am: 25-mile Ride
8:45am: 12-mile Ride
9:15am: 3-mile family & dog friendly walk
10:00am-12pm: Voices of Change Speakers + Bagels & Bubbles in the Park + Community Gun Violence Prevention Fair
10:30 am - Formal Remarks Begin

Rock the Ride North Shore Hubbard Woods Park, Winnetka, IL - 3rd Annual Rock the Ride North ShoreCommunity. Action.… - September 7, 2025

07/09/2025

Today CCNS is giving a well-deserved shoutout to our partner in providing mental health to our communities, New Trier Township. Thank you for your support!

One of the wonderful services provided by the Township is their food pantry.

Here is information about supporting the pantry from their website:
Donating to the Pantry, Make a Difference:
The Township Pantry is primarily supported by individual and institutional donors.

Contact Harnold at 847-446-8203 or Email hmosquera@newtriertownship.com if you wish to make a donation or host an organized food drive.
New Trier Township

07/09/2025

Feeling the heat? We sure are! Learn how the summer heat can impact your mental health and tips on how to keep your mind cool.

Heat affects the production of our brain neurotransmitters, including dopamine and serotonin! What does that mean? Dopamine is commonly known as the “happy” neurotransmitter and impacts mood, memory, motivation, and movement. Serotonin is the neurotransmitter that impacts mood, behavior, stress levels, and sleep.

High temperatures can disrupt our brains’ normal functions, leading to irritability, anxiety, and reduced mental clarity. Heat often leads to sleep disturbances, making us feel sluggish, foggy, and emotionally worn out but also impacts our cognitive skills impacting our decision-making and performance on complex tasks. Studies show that those with health conditions are at higher risk of heatstroke and visits to emergency rooms.

Here are some tips on how to stay cool and mentally sharp this summer:

💧 Hydrate regularly to support your brain and mood
🌙 Keep your sleep space cool with fans, breathable bedding, and consistent bedtime routine
🧘 Take “cool down” breaks including short showers or mindful pauses in a cool room
🌳 Enjoy nature mindfully, get out early and stay in shaded areas to boost focus and tranquility

Embrace summer by caring for your mental health! Staying cool is just as important as having fun in the sun.