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Our mission is to strengthen youth and families by providing evidence-based programs that promote mental health, prevent substance misuse, and maximize student success.

What Knox County says about Youth First

“You make my heart feel good.”

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Establishing a Smooth Transition from Home to School

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By Lisa Glahn, MSW, LCSW - July 15, 2026 - Returning to school after a break can be challenging for many children, especially after extended time away during summer or winter breaks. Typically, the longer students are out of their routine,…

Promoting Patience in a Fast-Moving World

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By Emily Bernhardt, MSW, LCSW - July 8, 2026 - Patience is a virtue. Good things come to those who wait. There are so many phrases we have heard time and time again that emphasize the importance of patience. Yet, even if we agree that…

Building Self-Esteem in Children: A Foundation for Lifelong Success

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By Ashley Lingafelter, MSW, LSW - July 1, 2026 - Research indicates that nearly 40% of children experience feelings of inadequacy, which can severely hinder their emotional and social development. These statistics underline an alarming…

Our Mission

Youth First’s mission is to strengthen youth and families by providing evidence-based programs that promote mental health, prevent substance misuse, and maximize student success.

Youth First exists to strengthen and transform the lives of young people and their families. Youth First Mental Health Professionals provide specialized mentoring and caring support to students in partnering schools, readily available to assess and address students, family and school needs. Youth First prevention programs give kids the readiness, resiliency, and relationship skills needed to face life’s challenges.

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Youth First in
Knox County

To book a speaker, support, donate, volunteer, or advocate for Youth First in Knox County, contact Regional Development Officer Jazmin Murfee.

Find out more about Youth First Mental Health Professionals available in Knox County.

Our Mission

Our mission is to strengthen youth and families by providing evidence-based programs that promote mental health, prevent substance misuse, and maximize student success.

Youth First exists to strengthen and transform the lives of young people and their families. Youth First Mental Health Professionals provide specialized mentoring and caring support to students in partnering schools, readily available to assess and address students, family and school needs. Youth First prevention programs give kids the readiness, resiliency, and relationship skills needed to face life’s challenges.

Youth First Logo Knox County

Youth First in Knox County

To book a speaker, support, donate, volunteer, or advocate for Youth First in Knox County, contact Jazmin Murfee.

Find out more about Youth First Mental Health Professionals available in Knox County.

Our Mission

Our mission is to strengthen youth and families by providing evidence-based programs that promote mental health, prevent substance misuse, and maximize student success.

Youth First exists to strengthen and transform the lives of young people and their families. Youth First Mental Health Professionals provide specialized mentoring and caring support to students in partnering schools, readily available to assess and address students, family and school needs. Youth First prevention programs give kids the readiness, resiliency, and relationship skills needed to face life’s challenges.

Youth First Logo Knox County

Youth First in Knox County

To book a speaker, support, donate, volunteer, or advocate for Youth First in the Knox County, contact Jazmin Murfee.

Find out more about Youth First Mental Health Professionals available in Knox County.