The Family Empowerment Group

02/06/2026

Last week, Gregory Koguc, CEO and Owner of The Family Empowerment Group, and Epharin Eli Wilson, Director of Substance Use Treatment Services for Family Empowerment Recovery Services, spent time in the Municipal Building lobby connecting with the community, sharing information about services, and offering resources to individuals and families in need.

Providing education, support, and access to care in the community is at the heart of what we do. We are proud to continue building connections and supporting those who may need guidance on their mental health or recovery journey. 💙

02/04/2026

When emotions run high, it’s easy to feel stuck or overwhelmed 💙
But challenging moments don’t have to control your response.

With the right support, you can learn how to pause, name what’s happening, reframe unhelpful thoughts, and take grounded steps forward 🌊🧠
These skills can make a real difference in how you navigate stress, conflict, and uncertainty.

You don’t have to figure it out alone.
Support builds clarity, confidence, and emotional strength 💙

📞 Call Family Empowerment Associates: (609)-916-6500

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01/30/2026

Growing older brings change, reflection, and strength and support still matters. Therapy offers a safe, judgment free space to talk through grief, loneliness, anxiety, and life transitions. Emotional well being supports better sleep, stronger relationships, improved mood, and more moments of daily joy.

It’s never too late to feel better. Support truly makes a difference.

📞 Call Family Empowerment Associates at 609-916-6500 to make an appointment.

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01/16/2026

Please join us in welcoming Epharin Eli Wilson, Director of Substance Use Treatment Services, to Family Empowerment Recovery Services 💙

Epharin brings decades of leadership experience, 38+ years of long-term recovery, and a strong clinical background in substance use and co-occurring disorders. His professional journey includes clinical supervision, MAT navigation, trauma-informed care, and specialized treatment supporting first responders, grief, complex trauma, and substance use disorders.

We are honored to have Epharin’s experience, compassion, and leadership guiding our clinical team and strengthening the care we provide to individuals and families. Welcome to the Family Empowerment family — we’re grateful to have you.

01/09/2026

Understanding our emotions starts with being able to notice and name what we are feeling. Emotional identification helps build awareness, while emotional regulation teaches us how to respond to emotions in healthy and supportive ways.

In therapy, we help children, teens, and adults develop these skills through creative, age-appropriate tools that support emotional growth both in and outside of sessions. Learning to understand emotions can make them feel less overwhelming and more manageable.

If this resonates with you or someone you care about, support is always available 💙

01/01/2026

12/31/2025

Our IOP group at Family Empowerment Recovery Services took time to reflect on the gifts of recovery. Each word represents growth, strength, and the positive changes that come from continuing the journey. Moments like these highlight progress, self-awareness, and hope moving forward 🤍

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12/25/2025

💙🎄 Merry Christmas from the Family Empowerment Group 🎄💙

Wishing our clients, families, staff, and community a very Merry Christmas and a joyful holiday season. May this time bring peace, comfort, connection, and moments of rest. We are truly grateful for the trust and strength within our community and for allowing us to support you throughout the year. We look forward to continuing this work together in the year ahead. 💙✨

12/19/2025

Our Family Empowerment holiday party was a special moment to reflect on the past year and the growth of our team. Owner Gregory Koguc shared a heartwarming speech about the dedication that goes into this work, highlighting the effort of our administrators and every staff member who shows up with compassion and commitment each day. Several team members received awards for their contributions, and the evening offered a chance to celebrate the progress made and the exciting year ahead. Thank you to everyone who was able to attend and to our community for allowing us to support and empower you!!🫂

12/17/2025

Part of supporting mental health is helping people learn about different therapeutic interventions so they can understand their options and find what works best for them. Today we are highlighting DBT, one of the most widely used and effective approaches for managing intense emotions and building healthier coping skills. DBT teaches practical tools for mindfulness, emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and communication, giving people a structured way to create lasting change and stability. ☁️🦋🤍

12/12/2025

The Stages of Change model explains how people move through the process of making meaningful life changes. It includes six steps:
Precontemplation (not ready), Contemplation (thinking about change), Preparation (planning), Action (actively working on change), Maintenance (sustaining progress), and Termination (the change becomes part of your lifestyle).

Knowing these stages helps us understand that change is not instant. It is a gradual journey. It is normal to shift back and forth between stages, and every step shows growth. When we understand where we are in the process, we can set realistic goals, use the right coping skills, and get support that fits our needs. 💙✨