Early intervention programs are designed to arrest the development of mental health and/or substance abuse problems in their early stages before those problems begin to seriously impair functioning.  At TCFS, groups with both a therapeutic and education emphasis are the typical early intervention modality.

Anger Management Programs

Smart Choices K-5

Smart Choices is a four or six session, research based cooperative program between TCFS and the Family Institute at Northwestern University. The program is family focused and explores conflict resolution skills with children from kindergarten through the fifth grade. 

Smart Choices Middle School-High School 

Smart Choices is a four session, research based cooperative program between TCFS and the Family Institute at Northwestern University.  The program teaches participants conflict resolution skills and alternatives to a potential cycle of violent behavior. 

I-C.A.N. (I Control Anger Now) Adult Program

A six-session adult anger management workshop for individuals who are self-motivated and self-referring.  Focus is on identifying anger triggers, tools to appropriately channel anger, and relapse planning.

Support & Education Programs

Parent Support & Education Series

Our clinical staff will present topics covering early childhood through young adulthood and will facilitate supportive discussion during Q&A time.  These sessions will be open to the public and occur the every month from August through June, from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at TCFS.  The fee is $5 for each presentation.  Fee reductions are available based on need.  Space is limited, so please register soon!

Future presentation topics and details are being finalized.  Check back here for updates and a complete schedule.

Growth & Enrichment Programs

Wilderness Challenge Program

The wilderness challenge program is an annual week long therapeutic canoeing and camping experience for teens who could benefit from a strong character building experience that will aid in their transition to high school life.

Family Connections

Family Connections invites all families with children in selected grades to participate.  Students along with their families are asked to participate in a 8 to 9 week team-led program to build family communication, skills, positive habits, and attitudes of respect transferable to the home, the school and the community.    

Additional Services

Caregiver Connections

A Program to Support Childcare Providers in Kane and DuPage Counties.

*For more information regarding any of our Early Intervention  programs, contact Michelle Clark, LCPC, NCC at 630-232-1070 ext. 336.