Wine & Dine 2023

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wine and dine 2023
The Village Family Service Center's annual Wine & Dine proved to be a resounding success, with captivating entertainment and a shared commitment to supporting mental health initiatives, like training for trauma therapy models such as Child-Parent Psychotherapy (CPP), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) The event, held on November 17, unfolded at The Delta Marriot, creating an ambiance that perfectly complemented the occasion's sophistication and purpose. But wait, what is Wine and Dine, you ask? 😉 Wine and Dine is our annual fundraiser [...]

Robert E. Herman Charitable Trust Awards Grant To Big Brothers Big Sister

FARGO – Big Brothers Big Sisters of The Village Family Service Center is delighted to announce the receipt of a generous grant from the Robert E. Herman Charitable Trust. The support will empower our dedicated staff to deliver crucial services directly to at-risk youth, as well as enhance our efforts in recruiting adult volunteers who play a pivotal role as mentors.  

Otto Bremer Trust Awards The Village A Grant

North Dakota – The Village Family Service Center was awarded a grant from Otto Bremer Trust. Grant funds will be used to continue The Village’s mission of enhancing the lives of those we serve.  

The Village Family umbrella of services includes behavioral health, employee assistance programming, chemical dependency treatment through First Step Recovery, family engagement services, and youth mentoring. 

Supporting Your Child With Anxiety

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What is Anxiety? Anxiety is defined as a feeling of worry, nervousness, or unease about something that is either anticipated in the future or has already occurred. It's important to understand that anxiety can manifest in children in various ways, often making them more irritable and prone to anger. Statistics show that 1 in 8 children is affected by anxiety. There are several types of anxiety disorders, but the three most commonly found in children are: • Separation Anxiety • Generalized Anxiety • Social Anxiety How Can Therapy Help a Child Who Has Anxiety? Therapy is a powerful tool for [...]

Small town communities award grants to The Village Family Service Center

NORTH DAKOTA – Milnor Community Foundation and Lisbon Community Endowment Fund, a component of the North Dakota Community Foundation, awarded a grant to The Village Family Service Center. The funds will be used to acquire an array of therapeutic games, art supplies, and other tools to assist counselors in their work with Milnor and Lisbon Public Schools K-12 students. 

Brainspotting 101

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Hey! My name is Kelsey Terhaar and I am provider for our Minot office. I have experience working with school-aged children, adolescents, and adults in both inpatient and outpatient clinical settings. I also have experience working with individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities. I currently work with individuals ages 14+ in an outpatient setting. My intention in counseling is to create an inclusive, nonjudgmental environment for my clients as we build a trusting relationship and work towards reaching goals together. I believe in a collaborative approach where the client is [...]