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Family Counseling Service

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Family Counseling Service

Helping people in our community navigate behavioral health challenges and develop the ability to thrive since 1925.

Serving more than 4,000 families in the Fox Valley area each year, FCS provides youth mentoring services as well as behavioral healthcare for all ages. Our goal is simple: help people learn the skills they need to succeed in life. From children and adolescents learning the life skills, to helping families and individuals learn to manage the symptoms of a mental health problem, our goal is to strengthen our community, one person at a time.

02/14/2026

Valentine’s Day is often seen as a celebration of love. but it can also bring up complicated emotions. Whether you’re feeling connected, lonely, hopeful, or uncertain, your feelings are valid. ❤️

Relationships take care, communication, and intention. Therapy can provide a supportive space to strengthen your connection, work through challenges, or better understand yourself and your needs.

Visit aurorafcs.org or call (630) 844-2662 to learn how therapy can support you.

02/11/2026

National Marriage Week is a great reminder that strong relationships are built in the small, meaningful moments. 💛

In this therapist tip video, Dr. Eric Ward of FCS shares how creating and maintaining traditions can help couples stay connected, even during busy or stressful seasons. These intentional rituals can provide stability, deepen emotional bonds, and strengthen your relationship over time.

If you’re looking to reconnect or grow stronger together, counseling can help. Visit aurorafcs.org or call (630) 844-2662 to learn more.

02/09/2026

Over the weekend, we came together at the Meyer Ballroom in downtown Aurora for our 5th Annual Family First Staff Recognition Event to celebrate the incredible people who make our work possible. 💙

Our staff is the heart of everything we do, and we are beyond grateful for their dedication to serving our organization and the clients who rely on us. As a nonprofit, this work simply wouldn’t be possible without their compassion, commitment, and care.

We were proud to recognize team members celebrating 1-year, 5-year, and 10-year anniversaries, as well as our annual employee awards based on our agency’s core values. These awards are especially meaningful because each recipient was nominated and voted on by their peers through our employee recognition program.

Congratulations to our 2026 award winners:
✨ Client Service Award: Trish Hibben
✨ Above and Beyond Award: Michelle Diaz
✨ Mission Possible Award: Kyle Kothera
✨ Under the Radar Award: Niki Patel
✨ People Leader Award: Magally Zavala

Your hard work and commitment inspire us every day. Thank you to our entire team for all you do for our clients and our community.

Swipe through for some of our favorite moments from the event! 📸

02/06/2026

Anxiety often increases when life feels uncertain or out of our control.

If you have been feeling on edge, overwhelmed, or emotionally drained, our recent blog post offers simple strategies to help calm your nervous system and care for your mental health during stressful seasons.

Read the full post: https://buff.ly/QsNJy6U

Support is available, and you do not have to navigate this alone.

02/04/2026

✨ Thank you, West Aurora School District 129! ✨

We loved being back as a Wellness Series Partner during student lunch periods today (February 4th). Our team enjoyed connecting with students, answering questions, and sharing information about the counseling and support services FCS offers.

This time, students shared their thoughts on “When I’m stressed, one thing that actually helps is…” and their responses were thoughtful, honest, and inspiring. 💛

At FCS, we’re here to help teens build confidence, navigate challenges, and access the support they need to thrive. We’re grateful for continued opportunities to partner with WAHS in support of student wellness.

01/30/2026

Feeling more anxious lately? You are not alone.

Uncertainty can heighten stress and anxiety, even for people who do not usually struggle with it. In our latest blog post, we share practical, compassionate ways to calm anxiety and feel more grounded during challenging times.

Read here: https://buff.ly/QsNJy6U

At Family Counseling Service, we are here to support individuals, couples, and families. We currently have openings available. Call 630-844-2662 to schedule an appointment.

01/29/2026

Traditions can be a great way for couples to stay connected. 💛

In this video, Dr. Eric Ward (FCS Therapist), shares why creating and maintaining traditions matters in relationships and how small, intentional moments can make a big difference.

Looking to strengthen your connection?
Visit our website at aurorafcs.org or call our office at (630) 844-2662 to learn how counseling can support your relationship.

01/22/2026

Have you ever noticed how your stress level changes throughout the day?

The Subjective Units of Distress Scale (SUDS) is one way to build awareness around emotional distress and learn strategies to manage stress more effectively. In our recent blog post, we share how this tool is used in practice and why understanding distress levels can support healthier responses to challenges.

Take a moment to read:
https://buff.ly/c0Q7k6a

If you are feeling overwhelmed, support is available. You do not have to navigate it alone.

01/19/2026

“Everybody can be great, because everybody can serve.”
— Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

At Family Counseling Service, service is at the heart of everything we do. We believe in meeting individuals and families with compassion, dignity, and care, and in strengthening our community through meaningful support.

Today, we honor Dr. King’s legacy by reflecting on the power of service and our shared responsibility to care for one another.

In observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, our offices are closed today. We will reopen tomorrow during normal business hours.

01/14/2026

Stress can feel overwhelming, especially when it is hard to put words to what you are experiencing.

Our latest blog post explores the Subjective Units of Distress Scale (SUDS), a simple tool that helps individuals identify their level of distress and better understand how thoughts, emotions, and behaviors are connected.

Read the full post here:
https://buff.ly/c0Q7k6a

Small steps toward awareness can make a meaningful difference. 💙

01/07/2026

💙 Small daily habits can have a powerful impact on mental health.

From getting enough sleep to managing stress and staying active, everyday choices can help support the brain’s neurotransmitters and overall emotional balance.

Our blog takes a closer look at how neurotransmitters affect mental health and how lifestyle changes can work alongside professional support.

If you or someone you care about is struggling with anxiety, depression, or stress, Family Counseling Service is here to help.

Read the blog and learn more https://buff.ly/YfJjEBz

01/02/2026

We’re proud to introduce our Psychiatric Services Team at Family Counseling Service!

If you or someone you love is seeking psychiatric care, we’re here. And right now, we have no waitlist.

Our team provides compassionate, integrated psychiatric services designed to support your mental health and overall well-being.

Learn more about our psychiatric services and how to get started:
https://buff.ly/sKK3DDU

You don’t have to navigate this alone. Help is available.

Address

70 S River Street
Aurora, IL
60506

Opening Hours

Monday	8:30am - 9pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 9pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 9pm
Thursday	8:30am - 9pm
Friday	9am - 4pm
Saturday	8:30am - 2pm

Telephone

(630) 844-2662

Website

http://aurorafcs.org/

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Our Story

Founded in Aurora nearly 100 years ago, we are our community’s nonprofit agency that helps any and all of our neighbors achieve emotional well-being. With community support, our diverse programs strengthen our entire community by helping courageous people - including schoolchildren, families, and seniors, from every socioeconomic segment - to overcome the emotional barriers that hold them back from their life goals.