Family Outreach Center Southwest

Based in Southwest, Grand Rapids, this center helps children, teens, and families manage mental health and substance use challenges. They offer outpatient care, school-based services, and support in the community. The center focuses on serving underserved populations with care that is affordable, accessible, and culturally responsive.
Their approach centers on building trust and healing through trauma-informed care. Therapies include cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR). These methods help clients manage emotions, heal from trauma, and develop healthy coping skills in a safe and supportive space.
The center also offers unique services like youth gambling prevention classes, culturally focused Native American programming, and community-based outreach. Programs like “Seeking Safety” support young African American males impacted by violence, while trained liaisons help families connect with housing, food, and other vital resources.

Listing sourced from the SAMHSA Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator. Data last synced April 2026. Verify current programs directly with the facility.