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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 Perry County says about Youth First

“Hey, just wanted to tell you thank you so much for letting me express myself to you and actually listening to me and my problems. I am so grateful to have you at this school.”

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Coping with Childhood Anxiety

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By Lori Powell, MSW, LCSW - September 10, 2025 - In today’s world, we hear a lot about anxiety. The American Psychological Association defines anxiety as “an emotion characterized by apprehension and somatic symptoms of tension…

The Homework Struggle: How Parents and Kids Can Cope Without Conflict

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by Britney Wagler, MSW, LCSW - September 3, 2025 - As the school year settles into full swing, many households find themselves battling a familiar evening routine: the “homework struggle.” It’s a time that often brings stress,…

Avoiding Freshman Year Follies

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By Katie Martin, MSW, LCSW - August 20, 2025 - Freshman year is the most crucial year of high school, as it sets the tone for academic achievement and social standards. It can be a fresh start, or for some students, the beginning of…

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.

Youth First in
Perry County

To book a speaker, support, donate, volunteer, or advocate for Youth First in Perry County, contact Regional Development Officer Carla Webb.

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

Our Mission

Our mission is to strengthen youth and families through 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 in Perry County

To book a speaker, support, donate, volunteer, or advocate for Youth First in Perry County, contact Regional Development Officer Carla Webb.

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

Our Mission

Our mission is to strengthen youth and families through 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 in Perry County

To book a speaker, support, donate, volunteer, or advocate for Youth First in Perry County, contact Regional Development Officer Carla Webb.

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