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"I learned how to reframe a bad situation. And now I know there is always a silver lining." - Student, JLS Middle School, On-Campus Counseling Program

"I have been able to talk to my counselor and share my feelings. I felt like there was nothing I could not tell her. She really helped me, and for that I thank you.”
- Student, Terman Middle School, On-Campus Counseling Program

Newsflash

ACS to sponsor community forums, "Breaking the Stigma: Adolescent Depression"
Join Adolescent Counseling Services on Thursday, June 4th from 7-9 PM in Palo Alto* or on Thursday, June 18th from 7-9 PM in Menlo Park for a community forum to address the topic of teen depression. The evening includes a panel of experts to speak on the topic and answer any questions.

*Please note that there has been a change of venue for the forum on June 4,2009. It will be held in the Cubberley Theatre, 4000 Middlefield Road, Palo Alto.
Click here for more information

ACS Unveils New Campaign at Spring Sounds 2009
Executive Director Dr. Philippe Rey revealed a new campaign at Spring Sounds 2009. To learn more, please read our press release.

Thank you for your support!
Thank you so much to everyone who supported ACS' Spring Sounds event! You helped us raise nearly $165,000 to help support our critical programs! Special thanks to our sponsors: Wells Fargo, Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati Foundation, and the Palo Alto Medical Foundation.

OCC Program Director, Margaret Murchan, featured on KCBS Radio.
Listen to these two short segments on the recent client increase at the OCC Program by clicking on the links below.
Radio Spot 1/ Radio Spot 2

Adolescent Counseling Services featured on front page of San Mateo County Times
On Monday, March 16, the San Mateo County Times featured an article regarding the trickling down of economic woes from parents to teenagers. Read the full article by clicking here.

New ACS Videos
Please check out our new videos by clicking here!

What's New

2009 Spring Newsletter
Click here to read our latest newsletter!

2007-2008 Annual Report
Our donors allow ACS to continue to provide counseling to teens and families in the community. Interested in learning more about ACS programs and financials? 2007-2008 Annual Report

You can now find ACS on Myspace and Facebook
Click on the links below to see our pages and become our friend!

99 Tips for Talking to Teens
Need help communicating with your teen? ACS created 99 Tips for Talking With Your Teenager . Sign up for your free copy today!

Sponsor Spotlight

ACS is pleased to announce the Yahoo! Employee Foundation (YEF) has awarded a $25,000 grant in support of the On-Campus Counseling Program. The Yahoo! Employee Foundation, is a grassroots philanthropic organization that brings together the talents, time and financial resources of Yahoo! employees to serve the needs of communities around the globe.

Started in 1999, as a way for Yahoo!'s co-founders to personally give back to their communities, YEF has donated over $2.7 million to non-profits championed by their employees.

ACS is proud to partner with Silicon Valley companies invested in local philanthropy and social entrepeneurship, helping to build a better future for Peninsula teens and families.

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As the economy has weakened, the need for affordable counseling services has grown.  A gift of any size helps Adolescent Counseling Services provide critical interventions to teens struggling with depression or substance abuse, restoring hope - one life at a time.

Adolescent Counseling Services is a charitable organization pursuant to Section 501(c)(3) of the
Internal Revenue Code
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ACS' Tax Identification Number is 51-0192551

Planning Our Future - Together

Philanthropy leaves a powerful message about the ideals and values of an organization that is important to you.

Legacy, A Financial & Charitable Planning Guide from ACS, offers information to help you prioritize your goals, whatever your philanthropic dreams.