(607) 273-7494

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Coronavirus Update:

Family & Children’s Service is providing tele-mental health services (counseling and psychiatry) to clients remotely through both telephone and video chat platforms, in order to preserve the health and safety of our clients, staff, and the community.

 

Intakes for new clients are available by telephone

Monday through Thursday, 9 AM to 5 PM,

and Friday, 8 AM to 4 PM.

We are prioritizing urgent requests.

 

Please call (607) 273-7494 to speak to a member of our intake staff.

 

The F&CS building will remain closed to the public until further notice.

Thank you for your efforts in keeping us all healthy.

Our Programs & Services

Family & Children’s Service of Ithaca, is a leading provider of mental health care and related social services for people of all ages in Ithaca and surrounding towns and villages. Our dedicated staff help to heal traumatized and hurting children, strengthen individuals and families, and provide hope and recovery for those battling mental illness.

Children & Families

F&CS is the place to turn when your child’s problems seem too overwhelming to handle alone. Our clinical program offers high-quality, trauma-informed counseling services in a warm and caring environment.

Teens & Students

F&CS is committed to helping all students meet the challenges of high school, college, graduate and professional school by encouraging healthy personal choices and reasonable expectations.

Adults

We specialize in providing high quality, confidential, affordable counseling services to adults in a welcoming and caring atmosphere.

Older Adults & Caregivers

Our compassionate mental health services respond to the social, emotional and psychological needs of older adults and their families.

Local Business

Our collaborations with local businesses include sponsorship opportunities, comprehensive EAP services, and a highly successful downtown Community Outreach Worker program.

Want More Info?

Contact information for our many programs, services, and departments can be found here.

In Their Own Words

Honestly I've been to so many therapy providers and Family & Children's has always provided me with the best experiences and therapists. Thank you all for what you do.

Without support at FCS, I'm not sure I'd be functioning as well as I do. Thank you for helping me be my best self. It took years to find a place that actually assessed my mental health with my meds and got me on the right track.

My child's behavior at home and at school has dramatically improved. Also, our understanding and reactions to her behaviors are so much more supportive of her needs.

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News & Events

Workshop: Alternative Play: Video Games and Technology in Therapy

04/29/2021 12:30 PM - 04/29/2021 2:00 PM
Online
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Third Annual Cardboard Boat Race, September 12th, 2021

09/12/2021, 1:00 PM - 09/12/2021, 4:30 PM
Ithaca Yacht Club
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