Children and Family Counseling Associates, INC

11/04/2025

We had a wonderful time at The Opportunities for Prevention and Transformation Initiative (OPT-IN) Conference in Myrtle Beach last week! ☀️ Bailee Marcum attended as our CAFCA representative and we are so excited and honored to have been chosen to partner with The Cabinet for Health & Family Services on this powerful new program. It was wonderful to hear what other organizations in OPT-IN states (Oregon, South Carolina, and Washington DC) have learned along the way.

💙 We have begun serving Mercer, Boyle, and Garrard County as an OPT-IN Partner. We can’t wait to see how this program assists families in our communities!

11/01/2025

Another great moment from yesterday! A special thank you to Bailee Marcum for teaching us this fun dance! What a perfect way to show off our Halloween costumes! 👻🎃 We hope everyone had a Happy Halloween!!

11/01/2025

🎃 We had a wonderful Halloween party thanks to some incredible behind the scenes workers, Michelle, Kathy, Bea and Linda. CAFCA office staff are so helpful in making sure our clients feel valued and supported- from games, to decorations and treats! Also, our group got to meet a couple of our neighbors, and reacquaint themselves with others!

🍬 We went trick or treating around the block and had a great time thanks to some kind folks in our town. The Post Office, C&T, The Mercer Co. Sheriffs Office, City Hall (and water department), Whitenack and Souder, Lafondas, The Commonwealth Attorney’s office, Bad Apple Thrift, and Papa Smoke all were so kind and hospitable to us. 👻

We enjoyed getting to know the names and faces of people who live and work all around The Academy. We are thankful for such a supportive community, and look forward to growing our relationships and familiarity with these folks in the future!

10/31/2025

UPDATE! Federal courts have ruled Trump administration must use contingency funds to pay at least some of November's SNAP benefits. USDA has until Monday to put a plan in place for distribution of benefits. Stay tuned for updates from official state channels as details emerge.

10/30/2025

10/28/2025

🧡 CAFCA CARES FOOD & WINTER WEAR DRIVE! 🧣🥫

We’re collecting non-perishable food items and warm winter gear to help stock The CAFCA Cares Closet and we need your help!

📍 Drop off:
100 S. Main St., Harrodsburg
🕗 Weekdays, 8AM–5PM

✅ Donation Suggestions

🥫Food:
• Non-perishable items
• Peanut butter
• Canned tuna or chicken
• Canned fruit & veggies
• Soups, chili, & beans
• Pasta, rice, & sauce
• Cereal, oatmeal, & granola

🧥🧤Winter Wear:
• Coats (all sizes)
• Hats, gloves, and scarves
• Warm socks
• Blankets

📱 Can’t make it in person? Scan the QR code on the flyer to donate online. Every contribution helps local families stay warm and fed this season. 💕

📞 For more information, call 859-733-9241

Let’s come together to make a difference in our community this winter! ❄️💛

10/23/2025

🚨 Now Hiring: School-Based Clinicians in Boyle, Garrard, Nelson and Mercer Counties 🚨

Join our growing team and make a difference in the lives of students and their families every day 💙

🌟 What We Offer:
🗓️ Flexible, self-determined schedule
📋 Full caseload from day one
🚀 Hands-on training and mentorship
📚 Clinical supervision for LPCA or CSW
🌱 Career advancement opportunities in a safe, supportive environment
💸 Student loan reimbursement
— and much more!
💼 Competitive Pay & Comprehensive Benefits:
🏥 Health, dental, and vision insurance
🏖️ Paid time off & flexible scheduling
🏦 401(k) with employer match
🎓 Tuition reimbursement & ongoing professional development

💚 About CAFCA:
With offices in Harrodsburg, Danville, Stanford, Lexington, Richmond, and Bardstown, CAFCA provides counseling services in-office, in schools, in homes, and via telehealth. We embrace a holistic, strengths-based wellness model to support lasting client growth.

✨ Requirements:
🎓 Master’s degree in a counseling-related field
✅ LPCA/LPCC or CSW/LCSW certification
👨‍👩‍👧 Experience working with children and families is strongly preferred
Ready to join a team that’s supportive, rewarding, and genuinely fun to work with?
🧑‍💻 Apply today at: www.cafcainc.com/jobs

10/17/2025

Thank you, Kayla Hunt for painting this beautiful fall window display! The Academy on Main also visited the Mercer County Public Library this week to paint pumpkins! 🎃 We are feeling all the fall vibes! 🍂 Thanks to everyone who made this another fun-filed week at The Academy!

10/15/2025

Welcome to the team, Hettie Harless! Hettie recently retired as a Family Resource Coordinator. She earned her Master of Science in Social Work (MSSW) from the University of Louisville in 1999 and has over 25 years of experience in a variety of roles within the field of social work. Throughout her career, Hettie has been dedicated to supporting children and families, connecting them with resources, and helping strengthen her community. In her free time, she enjoys gardening, cooking, and raising her beloved pet goats. Hettie is also the proud mom of three sons who keep her busy but always smiling.

We are so grateful to be adding her to our team as a case manager in Boyle & Garrard Co. Welcome, Hettie!

10/13/2025

We are so proud to celebrate Breonna Jeffries for officially passing her LCSW exam! This is an incredible achievement that reflects her dedication, skill, and passion for helping others.

Breonna brings so much care and compassion to her work every day, and we’re thrilled to see her reach this exciting milestone in her career. We have been so grateful to have been able to watch her grow as a clinician while under supervision at CAFCA and provide crucial mental health services to children and their families!

Please join us in congratulating Breonna on this huge step towards earning her Licensed Clinical Social Worker credential! 💙👏

10/10/2025

🎊 Happy World Mental Health Day! 🤗 We hope you can find some time to take care of yourself today. Here are some ideas for a quick mental health check-in!

💚 Take a few moments to breathe deeply and focus on all 5 senses. What can you see, hear, touch, taste, and feel?
💚 Do a short meditation - YouTube has lots of great free options!
💚 Call someone you love and ask how their weekend was!
💚 Take a free mental health screening by visiting Mental Health America - link at the bottom of this post!
💚 If you need support for your mental health, we are here for you! We take most insurances and offer lots of services in person and virtually. Call us or visit our website to learn more.

📲 859-733-9241
🖥 www.cafcainc.com

Free mental health screening tools: https://screening.mhanational.org/screening-tools/

10/08/2025

😴 SLEEP TIGHT, LEARN RIGHT! 🌙
Join us for a free family workshop designed to help you and your child get the restful sleep you both deserve!

Our expert clinicians will share practical sleep solutions to support better rest — and better learning!

🍽️ Dinner provided
🎨 Children’s activities
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Bring the whole family!

📅 November 20 | 5:30–7:00 PM
📍 Mercer County Extension Office
1007 Lexington Rd, Harrodsburg, KY

Hosted by Children and Family Counseling Associates (CAFCA) Special thanks to our amazing partners — Mercer County and Burgin Family Resource and Youth Services Center and the Mercer County UK Extension Office — for helping make this community event possible! 💙💛

👉 Learn more at www.cafcainc.com 💻 or call 859-733-9241 📲