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Because aggressive behavior can often lead to violence, learning how to de-escalate feelings is an important life skill for children and teens.  Here at LFCS, we teach kids how to be in charge of their feelings through evidence-based programs. Are you struggling ... [Read More]

Social workers stand up for millions of people every day. These include people who are experiencing devastating illnesses and mental health crises, our veterans, children, families and communities. Yet many people still misunderstand who social workers are ... [Read More]

In the days and weeks following a high-profile tragedy, kids may have a lot of questions about whether something like this could happen to them. In fact, parents themselves may have a lot of worries about the ... [Read More]

On behalf of the Agency Board, Foundation Board and Search Committee, we are pleased to announce that Charles “Mike” Duggar has been named President and CEO of Lutheran Family and Children’s Services of Missouri. With twenty-four years ... [Read More]

What are we teaching today’s generation about gender roles? Is it time to challenge and overcome stereotypes? Here are two films that reflect on current culture. Will they inspire community transformation? You tell us. The Mask You Live In and ... [Read More]

Society and the media often promote negative social norms in regards to substance abuse. As a result, children and teens can be misinformed on the subject. They often overestimate the number of people who use drugs. Young ... [Read More]

Has your child been having conflicts with peers or having difficulty making friends? As a parent, you want to help your child succeed in school, both academically and socially. If your child is struggling socially, you can ... [Read More]

Maybe you’re wondering what exactly a school counselor does in a “typical” day. Maybe you’re picturing your high school guidance counselor sitting behind a desk talking about your schedule next semester. Maybe you’re picturing a cheerful counselor ... [Read More]

It’s National School Counseling Week! Comprehensive school counseling programs are a vital part of the educational process for all students as they meet the challenges of the 21st century. Not only do they help to increase student ... [Read More]

2017 National School Counselor Appreciation Week is February 6-10! LFCS School Counselors will celebrate this special week in a wide variety of ways to focus awareness on their unique contributions to daily life in their schools. If ... [Read More]

Making it Last By Lisa Von Wahlde, MSW, LCSW Although we live in a world with a variety of ways to ‘talk’ to people at our literal fingertips, it can still be a challenge to communicate within ... [Read More]

Youth in foster care or kinship care often have experienced abuse, neglect, chaotic living situations, and placement(s) away from their families. Their histories can lead to complicated emotions and behaviors, and many experience trauma. While youth can ... [Read More]