Partners, Awards, and Recognition
Center for Child Counseling is recognized at the local, state, and national level for excellence in programming, transparency, and leadership. Our work is made possible through the generosity and partnership of foundations, government agencies, corporations, and community leaders who share our commitment to children's mental health.
Organizational Leadership Award Recipient
We were deeply honored to receive the prestigious ATHENA Organization Leadership Award — recognizing organizations that create a culture where women achieve their full leadership potential and give back to the broader community.
Since its founding in 1999, Center for Child Counseling has been a woman-led and woman-driven organization. Under the leadership of Renée Layman, the team has grown from 4 staff to over 100 — nurturing a culture that promotes learning, authenticity, and fierce advocacy for children's mental health and safety.
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Employer of the Year
Center for Child Counseling was honored as Employer of the Year at the 2026 Florida Atlantic University Northern Campuses Awards — recognizing our commitment to professional development, clinical training, and the mentorship of the next generation of children's mental health professionals.
Awards and Recognition
FAU Employer of the Year
Honored as Employer of the Year at the Florida Atlantic University Northern Campuses Awards — recognizing our commitment to professional development, clinical training, and mentorship of the next generation of children's mental health professionals.
PBSO CIT Partner of the Year
Recognized by the Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office as the Crisis Intervention Training Partner of the Year — honoring our collaborative work in crisis intervention and community-based mental health support for children and families.
Dr. Nadine Burke Harris at Lead the Fight
Brought Dr. Nadine Burke Harris — former Surgeon General of California and pioneering ACEs researcher — to Palm Beach County as keynote speaker for our decade of Lead the Fight, elevating the national conversation on childhood adversity and HOPE.
A Way of Being with Children — Newly Revised PreK Edition
Published the newly revised PreK edition of our cornerstone manual, integrating the HOPE framework, updated brain science, and the latest evidence-based strategies for building resilience in young children.
ATHENA Organization Leadership Award
Recognized with the prestigious ATHENA award for outstanding organizational leadership and commitment to community impact.
A Way of Being with Children — 5th Publication
Published the fifth edition of our cornerstone manual offering practical, research-based strategies for educators, parents, and caregivers of children.
ACEs White Paper Published
Published "A Public Health Approach to Fighting ACEs in Palm Beach County" — a landmark document charting a community-wide response to the ACEs crisis.
Palm Beach County Nonprofit of the Year
Selected as the Nonprofit of the Year at the Nonprofits First "Hats Off" Awards — recognizing organizational excellence across Palm Beach County.
Heroes in Medicine — Best Community Organization
Awarded by the Palm Beach County Medical Society for outstanding contributions to community health and well-being.
Florida's Cutting Edge Trauma Initiatives
Four programs highlighted in the statewide showcase published by Florida State University's Center for Prevention and Early Intervention.
HeadStart Partner of the Year
Awarded by Lutheran Services for excellence in partnership and services to HeadStart children and families.
Florida Blue Foundation Sapphire Award
Recognized for outstanding programming through our CCSEW Program — one of the most prestigious awards in Florida's health and human services sector.
National Easter Seals Award of Excellence
Honored at the national level for excellence in programming at Easter Seals — one of the earliest recognitions of our clinical impact.
Our Publications
A Way of Being with Children
The cornerstone of our approach — a practical, research-based manual for teachers, parents, clinicians, and caregivers grounded in trauma-informed care, the HOPE framework, and the science of early relational health.
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A Public Health Approach to Fighting ACEs
This landmark document identifies opportunities for a community and cross-sector response to the ACEs public health crisis in Palm Beach County — charting a path toward a HOPE-informed community.
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Charity Navigator
4-star rating for financial health, accountability, and transparency — the highest possible rating.
Candid
Platinum Seal of Transparency — the highest level of recognition from the world's largest source of nonprofit information.
Nonprofit Chamber of Palm Beach County
Providing health and human services nonprofit leaders in Palm Beach County access to exclusive networking and support.
Designated SNAP Affiliate
Approved by the Child Development Institute in Toronto, Canada and funded by the Florida Network of Youth and Family Services.
Research and Data Partnerships
Tufts Medical Center
Data sharing agreement with the HOPE National Resource Center at Tufts Medical Center — advancing research on Healthy Outcomes from Positive Experiences and informing HOPE-integrated practice.
Florida State University
Data sharing agreement with the FSU College of Nursing — supporting research on early childhood mental health, community health outcomes, and the intersection of nursing practice and child well-being.
Data-to-Action Dashboard
Our proprietary Data Dashboard transforms real-time program data into actionable insights — allowing us to provide more efficient, effective, and timely care based on community need. A model for data-driven nonprofit practice.
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Become a Partner in Our Mission
Every partnership, every gift, and every act of support strengthens our ability to serve children and families across Palm Beach County. Join the foundations, businesses, and community leaders who are investing in a brighter future.
