BUFFALO, N.Y. (WKBW) — Child and Family Services is partnering with the YMCA to expand mental health resources on Buffalo's East Side.
The organization is opening its new office inside the William-Emslie YMCA on William Street.
CFS Clinical Supervisor. Nicole Holloway says the Y on Emslie is the perfect spot.
"Right in the heart of our community they are already serving children and families who need services and they are providing so many services already we want to be here," said Holloway.
Holloway says this office is a stepping stone to provide services for all.
"This is one of our most underprivileged areas. These are the areas where people are sometimes looked at last, and we want to make them first. We want to bring the resources right here so people can get what they need and we are going to remove any barrier or obstacle in their way," said Holloway.
Danielle Roberts is the YMCA Buffalo Niagara VP of Community Impact and told 7 News offering the mental health services is an important role of the Y.
"Mental health is something that we all have and it's an important part of your overall health and your social emotional well being," said Roberts.
The new office will provide counseling sessions focusing on personal, family, and work-related challenges.
Sessions run up to 45 minutes and are by appointment only.
You can sign up for an appointment here or by calling Child and Family Services at (716) 842-2750.
