Why Mental Health Support Matters in Foster Care

Learn why mental health support matters in foster care, how trauma affects youth and how KVC provides therapy for children, teens and adults.
Learn why mental health support matters in foster care, how trauma affects youth and how KVC provides therapy for children, teens and adults.
When life feels heavy, the right support can make all the difference. Discover how KVC West Virginia’s outpatient therapy is bringing hope and healing to children, teens and families one person and one story at a time.
Whether you’re a parent, caregiver, teacher, coach or any caring adult, you have the power to make a difference. Try these seven simple ways to support teen mental health.
Learn about social work and mental health professional burnout, and get practical tips on how to combat it from KVC West Virginia experts.
The signs, symptoms and solutions for anxiety can look different for children and teens depending on their age and their lived experiences. So, how can you tell the difference between everyday nerves and an anxiety disorder? Explore anxiety’s signs and symptoms in children and teens.
Positive childhood experiences are supportive, nurturing moments created by parents and caring adults to help children and teens grow and thrive. Learn how you can create these experiences and why they matter so much.
Discover how KVC West Virginia provides essential resources for teens aging out of foster care to ensure they have the skills they need to succeed.
Online safety starts with a few simple steps that make a big difference. Protecting kids online is worth every effort—staying aware, checking in, stepping in when needed, and keeping communication open all go a long way in teaching kids safe internet habits. Check out these tips that your whole family can use to build a healthier, safer relationship with the digital world.
Children and teens in foster care often face more obstacles to learning than their peers. Fortunately, educators can empower students in foster care to perform well academically and feel safe and welcomed at school. Check out these strategies for success!
At KVC West Virginia, we aim to provide healing, supportive services to every child who needs them. That’s the heart behind our school-based therapy program. Learn how KVC West Virginia’s school-based therapy brings essential mental health support directly to students in their schools.