Northwestern Counseling & Support Services

11/09/2025

In observance of Veterans Day, NCSS will be closed on Tuesday November 11.

However, our crisis services remain available 24/7. If you or someone you know is experiencing a crisis, help is just a call or text away. Please reach out to 988 or connect through the Lifeline chat at https://chat.988lifeline.org. These services are free and confidential.

Did you know? November is also National Veterans and Military Families Month, a time to honor the courage, commitment, and sacrifices of those who have served—and the families who stand beside them — we see you, we honor you, and we thank you.

11/07/2025

11/07/2025

Well done!!👏 Maple Run Unified School District is seeing powerful results from integrating restorative practices across its schools! Since 2021, they’ve strengthened relationships, improved school culture, and boosted academic success — including a 60% increase in literacy and a 255% increase in math proficiency.

A great example of how focusing on connection, accountability, and belonging can help both students and staff thrive. 💙

Maple Run Unified School District is recognized for its success in using restorative practices to create safe and supportive schools.

11/07/2025

🍂Save the dates for creative events in November!🍂

11/07/2025

At NCSS, we’re all about comfort, connection, and a little friendly competition!

Yesterday’s Cozy Soups & Thankful Thoughts Cookoff brought out everyone’s inner chef — from creamy chowders to squash soups, our team showed up with their best!

We love that our workplace culture includes fun moments like this — because work should feel good, too.

If you’re looking for a career where you can make a difference and have a little fun along the way… join us!
https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/jobs?clientkey=3D92DE23C00B53E1C7AB625C39F06F30

11/06/2025

The NCSS Impact Award is the highest honor our organization can bestow — recognizing the top 1% of employees who truly exemplify our core values of Safety, Responsiveness, Compassion, and Integrity.

This year, we are proud to celebrate Laurie Baker, Andy Patterson, and Hilary Therrien as our 2025 Impact Award recipients! 🎉

Each of them has made a lasting contribution to our clients, our organization, and our communities. Their directors shared stories that highlighted their kindness, their commitment to going above and beyond, and the “little wows” they create every day. 💙

Congratulations, Laurie, Andy, and Hilary — and thank you for setting the standard of excellence at NCSS!

11/06/2025

💙 Reminder! 💙
Our next Umatter Su***de Awareness and Prevention Training is coming up on Monday, November 10th at 5:00 PM.

Please join us. Have questions or need to register email communityrelations@ncssinc.org

Together, we can help create a community where everyone knows they matter.

11/06/2025

🌟 What a night! 🌟

We had such an amazing time at our Annual NCSS Meeting and Recognition Award Ceremony! A huge thank-you to all our incredible team members, their families, our board, and community partners who helped make FY2025 one for the books.

At NCSS, we’re all about supporting our communities with care, connection, and commitment—helping every person have the chance to thrive and live their best life. 💙

📸 Stay tuned for more photos from the evening and info on where to view our FY2025 Annual Report online!

11/05/2025

On Tuesday, NCSS was proud to attend the 2nd Annual Common Good Vermont Nonprofit Summit that saw twice as many attendees as last year, with about 400 passionate individuals coming together from across Vermont! A powerful tidbit from the day was that 1 in 5 Vermonters work for a nonprofit — because this work is community work.

Nonprofits show up, listen, and do the hard things that matter. At NCSS, we continue to evolve with our community, bringing innovative programs and support where they’re needed most.

Learn more about our mission and see our programs in action:
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Looking for meaningful work that creates real impact?
📌 https://www.ncssinc.org/careers

11/04/2025

This month, we celebrate the rich histories and important contributions of Native peoples. Locally, we are grateful to live and work on the traditional lands of the Abenaki Nation.

We encourage you to follow the Abenaki Nation of Missisquoi Community Events page to stay connected and learn more about the events they host that educate and engage our community in Abenaki culture and history.

🎶 Upcoming Event – November 7 at MVU:
Don’t miss Supaman, a Native American dancer and innovative hip-hop artist who blends traditional and contemporary art forms to share a message of hope, pride, and resilience.