Diary of an ACS Intern

Written By: Julie Hsu, MFT Trainee at ACS, On-Campus Counseling Program changing careers mid-life and going back to graduate school to follow my dream of becoming a therapist was exciting and daunting at the same time. I was well aware of how impactful my first clinical placement would be, and how it would set the […]

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Anxiety

Written By: Marcus Randolph, MFT Intern at ACS, On-Campus Counseling Program you know how mental health therapists have that popular saying? “Anxiety is dwelling or thinking too much about the future, and depression is dwelling or thinking too much about the past.” For those of us in the field of mental health, we know it’s […]

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Adolescent Counseling Services to host annual fundraising luncheon, Spring for Support

The nonprofit agency prioritizes teen mental wellness and the need for more funding at free community fundraiser PALO ALTO, Calif. — Adolescent Counseling Services (ACS), a nonprofit agency delivering comprehensive mental health services to help individuals grow and thrive during the challenges of youth, will hold its annual fundraising luncheon, Spring for Support, on Wednesday, […]

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Diary of an ACS Intern

Written By: Marcus Randolph, MFT Intern at ACS, On-Campus Counseling Program A typical day for me  starts at 4 am, when I begin my morning routine. This routine includes prayer, reading my Bible,  reading other spiritual literature, meditation, journaling, then I’m out the door by 5:00 am to work out at the gym with my […]

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Diary of an ACS Intern

Written By: Aishwarya Subramanian, MFT Trainee at ACS, On-Campus Counseling Program it is a cold, foggy morning,  the last day of school before the weekend. As I walk onto the campus grounds of La Entrada Middle School in Menlo Park, all bundled up in layers, I am reminded of another cold foggy morning from years […]

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Diary of an ACS Intern

Written By: Dara Gray Tynefield, AMFT at ACS, On-Campus Counseling Program Some of the best advice I received as a graduate student was about practicum and supervision. I was told be very careful and very selective with both. While the three thousand hour requirement toward licensure seems onerous at times, it is truly an amazing […]

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Understanding and Managing Student Stress

Written By: Dara Gray Tynefield, AMFT at ACS, On-Campus Counseling Program Eustress vs. Distress For our students, the excitement of a new school year often gives way to a full routine of classwork, homework, extracurriculars, sports, clubs, arts, friends, family, jobs… and while the positive stress of a full and productive schedule is not inherently […]

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Adolescent Counseling Services to begin offering services at Siena Youth Center

ACS will partner with SYC to provide after-school counseling to youth of the Fair Oaks community in Redwood City REDWOOD CITY, Calif. — Adolescent Counseling Services (ACS), a community-based nonprofit agency dedicated to the healthy social and emotional welfare of local youth, will begin offering counseling services at the Siena Youth Center, which strives to […]

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Dr. Philippe Rey Recognized as a Mover and Shaker Community Hero by the Santa Clara County Behavioral Health Board

The Executive Director of ACS will be honored for his innovative work addressing the mental health needs of the community SAN JOSE, Calif. – Dr. Philippe Rey, Executive Director of Adolescent Counseling Services (ACS), a community-based nonprofit agency dedicated to the healthy social and emotional welfare of local youth, was named a Mover and Shaker […]

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Adolescent Counseling Services Honored with Prestigious Nonprofit of the Year Award

ACS recognized by Assemblymember Marc Berman of District 24 for their leadership and service to local youth REDWOOD CITY, Calif. — Adolescent Counseling Services (ACS), a community-based nonprofit agency dedicated to the healthy social and emotional welfare of local youth, was recognized as Nonprofit of the Year for 2017 by Assemblymember Marc Berman of the […]

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