Directions for Youth & Families (DFYF) is a trauma-informed agency providing mental, emotional, and behavioral health services to youth and families in central Ohio, serving over 8,500 clients annually. Their comprehensive services include clinical counseling, early childhood programs, after-school/summer programs, and kindergarten readiness support, with most services delivered through outreach in homes, schools, and community settings. DFYF distinguishes itself through its resiliency-oriented approach, operating two youth centers and offering specialized programs addressing issues like sexual abuse, delinquency, domestic violence, and substance abuse.
