An illness in the family is an intensely personal experience for all involved. Some people need help understanding or working through difficult and painful feelings. Others have a hard time finding the language to articulate their feelings or concerns. A child’s illness can lead to family or marital stress as roles shift and expand.

Making Headway Foundation offers free-of-charge individual counseling sessions, conducted in person or by phone, with licensed psychologists who are specialists in dealing with the unique issues families in this situation face. This short-term individual counseling provides an opportunity for children or parents to find ways to cope with their experiences. Call Making Headway’s office at (914) 238-8384 or e-mail us at info@makingheadway.org for more information.