We believe that every child will benefit
from a focus on mental well-being. 

Rye Youth Council is a non-profit resource for the entire community, collaborating with families, schools, healthcare providers, businesses, and government to promote social and emotional development, strengthen resilience, and support the mental health of our local youth.

Open Hearts. Healthy Minds.

At RYC, we elevate and prioritize the importance of mental well-being.

Mental and physical well-being are equally important. Our youth need both in order to be their strongest, healthiest selves. We advocate to keep mental well-being top of mind, and achievable for our youth.

  • Counseling

    Restore, our low-cost mental health counseling, provides short-term therapy to kids ages 5-22 to help youth navigate through times of emotional distress and develop a path forward with new skills and perspectives.

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  • Youth Programs

    We help youth develop social and emotional competencies with programs designed to strengthen confidence, build resilience, and address the challenges which impact mental well-being.

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  • Adult Programs

    We teach adults about the wide spectrum of social and emotional health and to know when, where, why, and how to seek help for children when needed. We offer support groups for parents whose kids struggle with social, emotional, mental, and behavioral health.

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  • Join the Gratitude Challenge

    Practice Gratitude!

     (You'll be grateful that you made the change.)

    Emerging studies have reported that gratitude, mindfulness, and hopefulness are promising positive psychological tools that help an individual to cope with anxiety and stress and enhance psychological health and well-being. Begin your gratitude journey today! 

    Purchase a Gratitude Pack and begin enjoying the science-based impact of gratitude. If you live in the City of Rye or Rye Neck, we will deliver the pack to your home. You can also purchase these Gratitude Packs at select stores in downtown Rye, including Dabney Lee.  

    Each card in the Gratitude Challenge pack provides a daily prompt to increase your sense of wonder and gratitude.

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  • Behind The Screens: What’s Really Going Down in Town

    Not sure what all the fuss is about or just want to be better prepared for what lies ahead? Join us for a panel presentation and a “behind the screens” perspective on what’s going on right here in our community. These aren’t theoretical cautionary tales — this is real talk from panelists including:

    Moderator: Titania Jordan, Chief Parenting Officer & CMO, Bark

    Gabe Caputo, Rye Police Detective, Juvenile Department

    Anthony Palombi, LMHC-LP, Mental Health Counselor

    Maria Seiler, Rye Mom of four (teens through 20s)

    Wednesday, November 20th

    Rye Arts Center

    7:00 - 8:00 pm

    Register

  • Alternative Device Fair

    Learn about various kid-safe devices before defaulting to an iPhone or Apple Watch.

    Talk with representatives to determine which device is best for your family among the following phones and watches:
    - Gabb
    - Pinwheel
    - Lightphone
    - Wisephone
    - Bark
    - Troomi

    Food trucks and kids' entertainment on site.

    Rye Recreation, Saturday, November 23th, 12:30 PM 4:30 PM

  • Youth Employment Job Board

    Rye Youth Council provides a way for local businesses and organizations to offer employment and community service to local youth, and we make it easy for local youth to find available jobs and service opportunities.

    Post a Job/Find a Job

  • So Now You Have a Cell Phone

    Rye Youth Council invites parents/guardians and kids in grades 4-7 to join us for an interactive and informative evening to learn how cell phones affect our brain chemistry. We will discuss the safe and responsible use of cell phones and social media and will offer family contracts and other suggestions to help parents set their kids up for success . . . and safety. The evening will be facilitated by Lisa Weinman, M.Ed.

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  • 5th Annual Rainbow Run

    Thank you to the more than 295 kids who attended this year’s Rainbow Run at Rye Town Park. It was an awesome morning! We are grateful to our many sponsors who made this community event possible.

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Watch our video

RYC’s video creates awareness of our program and support services that promote mental health and wellness. Please watch to see our programs in action!