June 9, 2010 THE VILLADOM TIMES II, III & IV • Page 19 �������� ��������������� West Bergen Mental Healthcare is a private, nonprofit organization providing a wide range of psychiatric and counseling services. Established in 1963 as a child guidance clinic, today West Bergen provides a full range of services for members of the community who may be struggling with emotional, psychological, or family life issues. The agency’s main location is at 120 Chestnut Street in Ridgewood, the Center for Children and Youth is located at 1 Cherry Lane in Ramsey, and the West Bergen Counseling Group is based at 3 Post Road in Oakland. West Bergen is committed to meeting the psychological needs of its clients with sensitivity and responsive, innovative services at the highest possible standard. The agency’s goal is to strive to improve the quality of life in the communities it serves – one life at a time. The agency’s staff of 203 includes 116 professionals under the medical supervision of five psychiatrists. Together, they provide quality, professional services for more than 3,000 individuals each year. West Bergen maintains a tradition of excellence and a commitment to providing service on a sliding scale to those who qualify. In 1990, West Bergen addressed a growing need for counseling and psychiatric services for young people by establishing the Center for Children and Youth – a Center of Excellence delivering comprehensive, affordable mental health services. The children’s center gives parents options and resources when they are needed most. West Bergen believes that a child’s family is that youngster’s most important resource and that the agency’s work must strengthen the entire family. Where health comes to mind West Bergen’s Mental Healthcare’s services at a glance Since its inception, the Center for Children and Youth has served more than 7,000 children and their parents. In addition, more than 70,000 treatment sessions have been provided. Each year, West Bergen provides more than 1,000 children and their families with specialized mental health services. The Center for Children and Youth provides the following services: Family and Individual Therapy Program: (continued on page 23) Congratulations West Bergen Center for Children & Youth on your 20th Anniversary. Thank you for your years of dedicated service. 333 Godwin Avenue Midland Park, NJ 201-652-0744 ALBERT & ESTER VIERHEILIG, Publishers