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Healing Happens Here

The Arlington Youth Counseling Center (AYCC) is a welcoming and inclusive mental health clinic and the leading provider of outpatient and school-based child and adolescent mental health services in Arlington. Located in the historic Whittemore Robbins House, we are committed to delivering outstanding, equitable and accessible mental health services.  Our mission is to ensure all youth and families have access to culturally sensitive and high-quality care, regardless of their ability to pay.

Caregiver Trainings - October 2026

PFLAG Trainings - LGBTQ+ Youth

AYCC is proud to partner with PFLAG Greater Boston to offer the following trainings to the Arlington community.  Oct. 6 is right around the corner, and Oct. 27 will be here before we know it  – sign up today! Flyers with additional caregiver trainings below.

 

LGBTQ+ Identity, Expression, and Transgender 101

Learn the basics of LGBTQ+ identities and why language matters. This session breaks down key terms, explores the differences between gender, expression, and orientation, and helps you get more confident using pronouns and inclusive language. You’ll leave with simple tools to be a respectful and informed ally in any space.

Tues. Oct. 6, 2026, 6:30-8 pm (Remote)

Please register in advance for this meeting:

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/pZ8As7hTQei6wUJ2SaD_IA

 

Supporting Caregivers of LGBTQ+ Youth

Caregivers play a vital role in helping youth explore and understand their identities. This training provides parents, family members, and trusted adults with practical guidance on how to approach conversations about identity in a supportive and respectful way. You’ll learn how to create a safe and loving space for young people to express themselves, while gaining tools to navigate challenges. Special focus is given to the experiences of LGBTQ+ youth and how caregivers can affirm and support their unique journeys

Tuesday Oct 27, 6:30-8:00, Remote

Please register in advance for this meeting:

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/j-1_vB-qS0eBtjCNPNeQ_A

 

Flyer of all caregiver/parent trainings (LINK)

Hear from our Clients

“When your child is struggling and getting into trouble, you cannot help but feel responsible, sometimes guilty, sometimes ashamed and very helpless. Other parents of “normal” kids may socially drift away and even your family and closest friends may have trouble really understanding how scary and challenging things are. The parent support group at AYCC was a place where we could put down our heavy weights of worry and shame and be listened to and supported and held.”

- Former Parent Group Member

”AYCC helped me through some of the darkest times in my life. I hope that when AYCC reaches its 100 birthday, they will have helped and given hope to so many youths like they did for me so many years ago.“

- Former AYCC Client

“Thank you AYCC for helping bring love and laughter back to our family. Your wonderful clinicians were just right for my children and for me as we made our way through dark times. We are unbelievably lucky to have this resource in Arlington.”

- AYCC parent, Arlington Mom

“Sometimes your friends and your family can’t help you because you can’t explain what is wrong. My therapist at AYCC helps me talk about and manage my anxiety and things don’t seem so terrible any more. In fact, they’re pretty great - even during Covid!! Thank you AYCC!”

- Current AYCC client, Arlington teen

“AYCC gets it! When one family member struggles, we all struggle and with the help of your incredible team, we found our way to the other side. Thank you for helping us all navigate this road together.”

- Parent of former AYCC client