Youth Counseling Connection

Youth Counseling Connection YCC is a nonprofit org that provides free mental health services to Lexington youth/families.

Our youth need you now. Earlier this year, we were 🏆 honored to receive a Cummings Foundation grant, an investment that ...
11/10/2025

Our youth need you now.

Earlier this year, we were 🏆 honored to receive a Cummings Foundation grant, an investment that has already begun transforming our ability to serve our Lexington youth.

This generous funding is not sitting still. 🏃🏻‍♀️

A portion of this funding is being invested in strategic planning to address urgent challenges, including increased demand for services, limited space, and staffing capacity. Another portion is supporting expanded staff ⏰ hours so we can serve more teens, more effectively.

The Unavoidable Reality: ⬇️ Reductions in federal funding and intensified competition for local philanthropic dollars mean that the continuous, reliable support of our community is more vital now than ever before.

Every donation ensures a young person can access the ❤️‍🩹 caring counselor they need!

Please donate today: 👉 www.youthcounselingconnection.org/donate

Any amount helps! Thank you.

Two (yes 2!) groups are open for registration now!Our Middle School social skills group and our High School destress and...
11/04/2025

Two (yes 2!) groups are open for registration now!

Our Middle School social skills group and our High School destress and express group.

Both available weekly or for the entire session but sign up now before it fills up!

Middle school reg here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe_Jw50gna5dg0Eey-vhwmEVTlNxloZMNsDvvHbCoajnNylvg/viewform

High School reg here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeUZYVFj3uc7hXgAQZmGAWMdjlZUJhXjeGG377iQ2qNupJBVQ/viewform

Have questions? Email our Executive Director, Emily Hayes at emily@youthcounselingconnection.org.

Run, walk, skip, hop.....we don't judge and would LOVE for you to join our YCC team and help us raise money for the vita...
10/23/2025

Run, walk, skip, hop.....we don't judge and would LOVE for you to join our YCC team and help us raise money for the vital work we do to make sure every Lexington youth has access to free mental health care!

And if you can't make the event, we would appreciate your donation!

Register for the YCC team or donate -

https://runsignup.com/RaceGroups/93027/Groups/1754022

On World Mental Health Day, we’re reminded that mental well-being is not a global issue to be solved elsewhere, but a co...
10/10/2025

On World Mental Health Day, we’re reminded that mental well-being is not a global issue to be solved elsewhere, but a community matter that begins right here at home.

For over a decade, YCC has been a staple of the Lexington community, providing free and accessible counseling, support groups, and community-based programs. From addressing the high number of local students who report depressive symptoms to providing a safe space for LGBTQ+ youth, our work is a direct response to the specific needs of our neighbors.

Our services are a lifeline, but they are only possible through the generosity of people like you. When you support YCC, you're not just donating to a cause; you are investing in the emotional wellness of a Lexington child, a struggling family, or a young adult searching for a path forward.

Help us ensure that every young person in our community has access to the support they deserve.

Will you be a part of the solution?

Donate today at: https://www.youthcounselingconnection.org/donate

🔥Hot off the press! YCC is celebrating its  grant in the September issue of the ! Grab your copy and read all about it a...
09/20/2025

🔥Hot off the press!

YCC is celebrating its grant in the September issue of the !

Grab your copy and read all about it and the amazing services YCC provides Lexington youth and their families.

Caring for young minds. Building emotional resiliency.

Our Fall Board Member Retreat was a huge success as we strategized about how YCC can continue to support Lexington youth...
09/08/2025

Our Fall Board Member Retreat was a huge success as we strategized about how YCC can continue to support Lexington youth and their families.

We discussed:
-the Cummings Foundation Grant we just won
-new youth group programs
-speaker series ideas
-the long term goals of YCC
-and so much more!

Stay tuned here and in our newsletters for all the details as we gear up for a fantastic year of supporting Lexington youth and families!

www.youthcounselingconnection.org

Exciting News! Youth Counseling Connection Awarded $75,000 Grant!Youth Counseling Connection's Board and Executive Direc...
09/02/2025

Exciting News! Youth Counseling Connection Awarded $75,000 Grant!

Youth Counseling Connection's Board and Executive Director, Emily Hayes, is thrilled to announce that we have been awarded a generous $75,000 grant from the esteemed Cummings Foundation!

How This Grant Helps – Direct Impact on Lexington Youth:

The need for mental health support for young people is growing, and this $75,000 grant will directly help YCC increase our servies to Lexington youth and families.

We want to give our deepest thanks to the Cummings Foundation for their incredible generosity and their strong commitment to helping our community. Their belief in YCC's work shows just how much good we can do together.

Join Us in Celebrating and Keeping the Impact Going:

While this grant is a fantastic step, the need for our services is growing. We invite you to celebrate this success with us and keep supporting youth mental health:

Learn More: Visit our website to read more about this grant and all our programs.

Spread the Word: Share this exciting news with your friends and family on social media.

Support Our Mission: Every donation, big or small, helps us provide vital services to even more young people.

Together with partners like the Cummings Foundation and amazing supporters like you, we are building a stronger, healthier future for Lexington youth and their families.

www.youthcounselingconnection.org

Let your Lexington student know...YCC's walk-in wednesdays are back open for the school year!The office is open for walk...
08/28/2025

Let your Lexington student know...YCC's walk-in wednesdays are back open for the school year!

The office is open for walk-in therapy on Wednesdays from 3:00-4:30pm. During this time, youth or families can walk in and have immediate free access to a therapist. This is a great resource for those who have had a hard time accessing services, or someone who wants to see what therapy is all about!

www.youthcounselingconnection.org

Address

7 Harrington Road
Lexington, MA
02421

Opening Hours

Monday 11am - 5pm
Tuesday 11am - 5pm
Wednesday 11am - 5pm
Thursday 11am - 5pm

Telephone

+17818620330

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