Berks Counseling Center

06/24/2026

Get ready for an unforgettable evening at RECOVERY JAM, featuring DJ Sir Hamilton spinning the best tracks! Don’t miss out on the fun—scan the QR code to register or visit cocaberks.org/recoveryjam

Save the Date! Join us on Sept. 26 as we celebrate Recovery Month with a special Recovery Jam from 7-11 PM featuring music by Sir Hamilton Newton at Easy Does It, Inc. - EDI
https://cocaberks.org/event/recovery-jam/

06/24/2026

🌿 You’re Not Alone — BCC is Here for You 🌿
Taking the first step toward better mental health can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to do it alone.
At Berks Counseling Center, we are your ONE-STOP-SHOP that provides compassionate, judgment-free care for individuals, children, and families at every stage of life. Whether you’re navigating stress, anxiety, substance use, or life changes, our team is here to support you with personalized, whole-person care.

✅ Mental Health Counseling
✅ Children & Adolescent Services
✅ Drug & Alcohol Treatment
✅ Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT)
✅ Integrated Physical Health Services
We believe healing happens when you feel seen, heard, and supported.

📍 645 Penn Street, 2nd Floor, Reading, PA 19601
📞 Call us today: 610-373-4281
🌐 Learn more: www.berkscounselingcenter.org

✨ Your path to wellness starts with one step. Reach out today.

06/17/2026

Let's flamingle! Today, our Fun Committee pulled off an amazing “Taste of Paradise” event that brought everyone together for a super fun potluck! Staff got to enjoy some tasty food, share a bunch of laughs, and just hang out. With our busy schedules, it’s crucial to take a break, relax, and make some great memories with our awesome coworkers. It was a perfect way to recharge and boost our team spirit!

06/17/2026

Trauma-Informed Care: What Does It Really Mean? 💙

Trauma-informed care is about understanding that many people have experienced trauma, and creating a safe, supportive environment where they can heal.

Instead of asking “What’s wrong with you?”
We ask, “What happened to you?”

At Berks Counseling Center, this means:
✨ Prioritizing safety and trust
✨ Listening without judgment
✨ Empowering individuals to have a voice and choice in their care
✨ Supporting healing at every step

Trauma-informed care isn’t just a service; it’s how we show up for our community every day.

💬 Healing starts with feeling safe, seen, and supported.

06/16/2026

FYI!!

If you are receiving medical assistance in Pennsylvania, please ensure you are aware of the upcoming changes to the requirements. It's best to address this now before it's too late!

Changes are coming to Medicaid – also known as Medical Assistance in Pennsylvania – starting January 1, 2027!

Check out our new Medicaid changes webpage to stay updated on these changes and learn what you need to do to prepare: dhs.pa.gov/MedicaidChanges

06/16/2026

FREE ADMISSION!!!

Join the Pennsylvania World Cup Fan Zone at Reading Arena for an unforgettable experience! Enjoy massive 40-foot screens, an outdoor festival on Penn Street, elite youth clinics, and exciting mini-tournaments—all in climate-controlled comfort. Plus, hassle-free parking makes it easy to join the fun!

Registration required. Don’t miss out!

https://www.universe.com/events/pennsylvania-world-cup-reading-fan-zone-tickets-M5VWH8

06/13/2026

Some of our team members from Berks Counseling Center attended the 2026 OPEN MINDS Strategy & Innovation Institute in New Orleans, where we gained valuable insights and strategies to benefit our agency and clients while enjoying the city's vibrant culture.

06/05/2026

On behalf of Refresh Berks, we are sharing the June schedule for its mobile shower program, which serves individuals experiencing homelessness throughout Berks County.

During June, showers will be available at the following locations and times:

Mondays: Trinity Lutheran Parking Lot
1:00pm - 3:00pm
527 Washington Street

Tuesdays: Café Esperanza
2:00pm - 4:00pm
105 W Greenwich Street

Thursdays: Riverfront Park
12:00pm - 2:00pm
255 Riverfront Drive

Community partners are encouraged to share this information widely so that individuals in need are aware of this resource and can access services.

For more information or questions, please reach out to [email protected] or visit https://www.refreshberks.org/