Services

Erik Larson

 Harbor Springs Public Schools Student Advocate, Erik Larson, MSSW, LMSW. In his role as Student Advocate, Erik provides professional support in order to help students engage and thrive in their educational experience. He offers varied services to both middle school and high school students and their families, such as individual and family counseling, early intervention to help prevent student issues with addiction, substance abuse evaluations, study and time management enhancement, career planning, as well as social and communication skills training.  He is trained as a dual diagnosis specialist in the areas of mental health and addictions.  He is licensed as a Master Social Worker with the State of Michigan. He has been in private practice for 11 years, and worked as a career advisor for Michigan State University for 6 years.

Protecting your Children From Addiction (April 14 )

Interactive session aimed at creating more understanding in parents on how to both identify addiction warning signs and to intervene early to protect their children from the risks of using mood-altering substances.

Summer Time: Where Is the Time For Family? (May 12)

In a world of constant activity and timelines, it can seem as though there is never “real” time for the family. Join other parents in discussing strategies for carving out and enjoying family time this summer. In addition, learn about the importance that such family time has on the health of your children.