Western Youth Services (WYS)

Anticipating a parent or caregivers return from deployment can look like counting down the days until they’re finally home. While that’s what is seen on the surface, what’s not seen are those unexplainable feelings that a child may be experiencing. Things like the knot in their stomach before bedtime, the frustration that seems to come out of nowhere, or just how strange it f...

Overwhelm, self-doubt, and unrealistic expectations consumed 16-year-old Annie. She was referred to Western Youth Services (WYS) due to her persistent sad feelings and anxiety. As a self-identified perfectionist, she often set unrealistic expectations for herself, leaving her overwhelmed and burned out. Through therapy, she began practicing time management, challenging negati...

Imagine a 12-year-old who takes 20 minutes to get ready for school because they need to check the front door three times, pack their backpack in a specific order, and start over if something doesn’t feel right. At first, their parents might think they’re being overly careful or that it’s just a phase. But as the routine gets longer, the family starts leaving the house late, h...