Individual, Marriage, Family & Child Counseling

Clinical Counseling at the Fleet & Family Support Center is based on the best scientific evidence of models and research; it is supported by our nurturing environment and well-educated service providers. Our office provides individual, marriage and family counseling services – giving our clients the opportunity to achieve their personal best.

Seeking help in the face of personal, family, and psychological troubles requires courage. It is crucial that you seek this help with a trustworthy and competent advocate. At the Fleet & Family Support Center, we strive to support and empower our clients in their journey.

Fleet & Family Support Center Counselors support active duty military members, retirees, spouses and their families in dealing with a wide range of concerns such as:

• Improved Communication
• Strategies for Managing Stress & Anger
• Grief & Loss
• Strengthening My Relationship
• Work-Related Stress
• Adjusting to the Impact of Deployment
• Life Transitions
• Divorce Concerns
• Coping with Change
   

Counseling for Children

Military children are incredibly resilient, especially with dealing with the demands of the military lifestyle. However, children sometimes have difficulty coping with the stress of a parent's deployment, divorce, moving or other significant changes or experiences they encounter.

The Fleet & Family Support Center is staffed with children's counselors that can help children and families navigate through these difficult times.

Fleet & Family Support Center Counselors support active duty military members, retirees, their children and families in dealing with a wide range of child-related concerns such as:

• Discipline Problems
• School Behavior Problems
• Anger Management
• Social Withdrawal
• Witness to Domestic Violence
• Child Abuse or Neglect
• Grief & Loss
• Divorce Concerns
• Deployment
• Coping with Change
   

Individual Counseling

Individual counseling is available for children from preschool age through high school.
 

Family Counseling

Family and professionals work together utilizing the family's strengths to find creative solutions to problems.
 

Parent Consultations

Parents and therapists work together to define issues and find answers to children's problems.
 

Education & Prevention

Counselors are available to consult with staff, commands, daycare providers, and parent groups.
 

Positive Parenting Classes

Positive Parenting is a 10-week class, where parents learn specific techniques to avoid hassles such as fighting, eating, chores, motivation, homework, sharing and more. This fun and lively class will teach parents discipline techniques that will promote children's:

• Self-esteem
• Responsibility
• Problem-solving Skills
• Self-discipline

Group Education & Support

Healthy Relationships Class

This two-part course, taught by a Family Advocacy Educator, is designed to equip you with the essential skills for building and maintaining strong, positive connections. The first session focuses on developing a deeper understanding of your emotional landscape and provides practical stress management techniques, especially for the unique challenges faced by military families.

The second session transitions to the art of effective communication and conflict resolution. You will explore various communication styles, learn to identify and overcome common barriers to clear communication, and practice skills for interpersonal effectiveness. Ultimately, this course empower participants with the tools for healthier interactions, stronger self-respect, and more fulfilling relationships.