MCCS, Camp Lejeune

Counseling Services provides mental health services to the active duty and retired population and their family. Counseling Services is staffed with licensed therapists who provide counseling services on topics that include, but are not limited to: Individual/Personal Problems, Substance Abuse, Marital/Family problems, Step Family issues, Parenting/Single Parenting, Separation/Divorce, Anger Management, Child Behavior problems, Stress Management, Sexual Abuse, Challenges of Adolescence, Pre/Post Deployment Issues, and classes on PTSD and Combat Stress. The Community Counseling Center also provides services linked with the Family Advocacy Program, for domestic violence and child abuse issues. Group and individual treatment is available for men and women who have been victims or offenders of violence in their relationships. Trained Victim Advocates provide a variety of confidential services for men and women who find themselves victims of violence.

The following is the LEAD (Lifestyle Enrichment And Development Program) and the six Core Groups (assignment to these groups will be determined by the Community Counseling Center Clinicians):

Camp Lejeune’s Lifestyle Enrichment and Development (L.E.A.D.) program is a series of counseling services designed to help Marines, Sailors, and their families aboard Camp Lejeune improve their own lives and enhance their family and professional relationships. In addition to the following groups, individual, couples, and family counseling services are available from licensed clinical social workers and marriage and family therapists. All services are offered at no cost to Marines, Sailors, and their families.

Domestic Conflict and Children (DCC)

What impact does our fighting have on our children?

WHAT: A group to learn about the concerns of and impact on children living with domestic conflict and abuse.
WHERE: Commander Charles K. Springle Training Building (Building 797) behind Bldg. 40, Brewster Blvd, Camp Lejeune
WHO CAN ATTEND: All active duty/retirees/family members 
WHEN: Mondays 0900-1200; one session

27 Feb, 5 Mar, 19 Mar, 9 Apr, 23 Apr, 7 May, 21 May, 4 Jun, 18 Jun, 9 Jul, 23 Jul,
6 Aug, 20 Aug, 10 Sep, 24 Sep, 1 Oct, 22 Oct, 5 Nov, 26, 3 Dec, or 17 Dec

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How can I handle my anger?

WHAT: Identify your anger style, learn how to become more flexible and creative in expressing your anger; learn how to manage angry feelings and use anger as a positive force for building a better life.
WHERE: Commander Charles K. Springle Training Building (Building 797) behind Bldg. 40, Brewster Blvd, Camp Lejeune
WHO CAN ATTEND: All active duty/retirees/family members 
WHEN: Monday / Wednesday / Friday 0800-1100; 3 sessions over 1 week per month

13 Feb, 12 Mar, 16 Apr, 14 May, 25 Jun, 27 Aug, 17 Sep, 29 Oct, or 10 Dec

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How can I deal with my stress? How can I relax my mind and body?

WHAT:  This group will help you learn how to manage your stress and relax both your mind and body.
WHERE: Commander Charles K. Springle Training Building (Building 797) behind Bldg. 40, Brewster Blvd, Camp Lejeune
WHO CAN ATTEND: All active duty/retirees/family members
WHEN:Thursdays (once per month) 1000-1200

23 Feb, 22 Mar, 19 Apr, 17 May, 14 Jun, 12 Jul, 23 Aug, 20 Sep, 18 Oct, 15 Nov, or 20 Dec

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How do I motivate my child to listen and follow the rules?  How can I find effective ways to communicate with my child?

WHAT: Identify attitudes and emotions that affect parenting, learn effective parenting techniques and how to motivate children; improve communication and listing skills with children, discuss the principles of rule setting and discipline
WHERE: Commander Charles K. Springle Training Building (Building 797) behind Bldg. 40, Brewster Blvd, Camp Lejeune
WHO CAN ATTEND: All active duty/retirees/family members
WHEN: Fridays 1330-1530; 8 sessions (8 weeks)

New group session start: 2 Mar, 27 Apr, 22 Jun, 17 Aug, and 12 Oct

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