Aug 13, 2025
VCU Rehabilitation Counseling Students Empower Youth Through Life Skills at MFYC
This spotlight video showcases Virginia Commonwealth University students from the Department of Rehabilitation Counseling, who are enrolled in the Master's in Rehabilitation and Mental Health Counseling program, volunteering at the Mary and Frances Youth Center (MFYC). Through weekly life skills workshops, these future counselors and rehabilitation specialists guide youth in building essential skills such as communication, decision-making, emotional regulation, and teamwork.
Hear directly from the students about their motivations, the moments that have impacted them most, and the value of connecting academic learning with community service. Their work demonstrates how student-community partnerships can foster growth, resilience, and new perspectives for young people.