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.
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.
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.
We’re so excited to join CASA of Marion County and Harrison County CASA for their Superhero 5K! We’ll be there to cheer on all the participants and share information about the services we provide for children and families across West Virginia.
We’re so excited to join Chestnut Mountain Village for the third annual All In Foster Care Summit! We’ll be there to share information about our supportive programs that strengthen families and help children thrive, including foster parent training and certification, mental health therapy, youth education support, Middle College at Fairmont State University, and more.
We’re so excited to join the Harrison County Board of Education, alongside Family Services of Marion & Harrison Counties and United Way of Harrison & Doddridge Counties for their Grandfamilies and Kinship Caregivers Resource Fair!
Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a mental health condition characterized by the onset of depressive symptoms during specific times of the year. Learn more and see your treatment options in this article.
With the demands of raising children, it’s easy for parents and caregivers to forget their own mental health. These 5 expert tips will help parents and caregivers prioritize their mental health and self-care.