On October 10th Nurture Program Director Shawna Peterson and Nurture Program participant Lindsay Bonilla joined Evan Dawson’s panel to discuss how a pregnant woman’s mental health can affect child development and what resources are available for new parents in Monroe County.
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Across the nation, place-based interventions have gained traction as a promising approach to human services. Research indicates that such initiatives not only improve access to support and resources but also foster social cohesion, reduce disparities, and enhance overall community well-being.
The Counseling Center at JFS Rochester offers child and adolescent counseling services using evidenced-based models like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and play therapy.
Our registered play therapists provide an intervention for children as young as three that is proven to disrupt negative patterns and build positive coping strategies.
The Counseling Center at JFS offers support for parents with children of all ages including counseling and peer support programs.
The Nurture Program at JFS is a free, home-based, peer support program for families with babies in the Rochester area that can improve the mental health and well-being of new parents and their families.