Behavioral Health Services

Our Behavioral Health Service program is a successful, data-driven, and practice-proven initiative that draws upon the expertise of some of our most skilled program professionals. The successful relationships our staff forge with the young people they mentor are absolutely crucial in promoting positive youth development and sound mental health.

Director of Behavioral Health Services

Erin Ferrara

Director of Social Work Services

Virginia Mahoney

Behavioral Health Schedule: Fall 2025

  • RADIANT REFLECTIONS: CONFIDENCE ART THERAPY — Mondays at 6 PM | Ages 8 – 16 | McLaughlin Building

 

  • CHALK TALK — Tuesdays at 4 PM | Ages 8 – 10 | Marr Building

 

  • MOVE TO IMPROVE – Tuesdays at 6 PM | Ages 11-13 | Marr Building

 

  • GRINS & WINS – Tuesdays at 5 PM | Ages 8 – 10 | McLaughlin Building

Social Work Services: Our focus revolves around empowering members to uncover and cultivate their unique strengths and passions, while equipping them with skills and strategies to navigate challenges. As advocates for holistic wellbeing, our Social Workers serve as a reliable support system for members and their families. We offer a comprehensive range of therapeutic services and caregivers should feel free to reach out for support for themselves and/or their child.

Learn more about the different programs we offer.

  • DMH form required to participate.
  • Each group session focuses on curriculum skills derived from one of our 4 pillars: confidence, resilience, teamwork, and communication. Our mental health clinicians, known as “Coaches,” utilize play to foster these skills that can be transferred to the classroom and in the community.
  • A typical Chalk Talk group allows students to check-in with clinicians about how they are feeling and engage in activities that encourage them to work together, problem solve, communicate effectively, and overcome adversity.
  • Participation waiver required.
  • Groups will be formed based on Needs Assessment.
  • Topics addressed will include social skills, grief, self-esteem, bullying, coping skills, anger management, etc.
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of members say it’s important for people to talk about how they feel.

-According to FY25 BGCA youth outcome data

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