East Brunswick, NJ — Wellspring Center for Prevention announces the upcoming retirement of its longtime Executive Director and CEO, Ezra Helfand, after 19 years of dedicated service to the agency and the communities of Middlesex and Monmouth counties. His last day in the role will be on April 25, 2025. Since joining the organization in…
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Who Is Wellspring Center for Prevention?
Wellspring Center for Prevention is a private nonprofit agency serving community members and organizations of Middlesex and Monmouth Counties. We are dedicated to improving the health and well-being of individuals, families, and communities through our quality prevention and intervention services. Our programs promote sound mental health, effective family functioning, and awareness of the devastating effects of substance misuse and dependency.
School-Based Clinical Services
As part of our offerings, Wellspring provides school-based clinical services in partnership with various school districts in Middlesex County. Our programs are designed around collaboration with the school district’s practices and on-site support services to ensure a seamless, barrier-free environment to care. Each program is staffed by professionals experienced in youth development, mental health counseling, and case management and backed by Wellspring’s mission to help educators focus on their youth and foster and develop healthy minds and healthy bodies.
Know anyone who is in need of referral to treatment?
For the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline – Call or text 988.
Click here to access our online help-tool.
Or, call the statewide Addiction Access Center at 844-276-2777.
Upcoming Events and Classes
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CPS Course: P101: Prevention Program Planning & Assessment
Interested in earning your Certified Prevention Specialist (CPS) credential in New Jersey? CPS courses are professional development trainings designed to equip individuals with the skills…
Thursday, April 24, 2025 – Friday, April 25, 2025 Zoom -
Renewal Training: DBT and ACT Strategy Guide: 3rd Wave and Beyond – 6 CEUs
Instructor: Josh Collins Description: This presentation will go in-depth on ACT and DBT with direct modeling of application to groups and individual sessions. In addition…
Friday, April 25, 2025 9:00 am – 4:00 pm Zoom -
CPS Course: P102: Prevention Activities & Methods
To be effective, prevention activities must be tailored to the target population. This involves applying the Center for Substance Abuse Prevention (CSAP) strategies and using…
Thursday, May 1, 2025 – Friday, May 2, 2025 Zoom
Our Programs
Our work is centered around improving the health and well-being of individuals, families, professionals, and communities through quality prevention and intervention services. Our programs promote sound mental health, effective family functioning, and awareness of the devastating effects of substance misuse and dependency across the lifespan.
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Stay up-to-date with our most recent endeavors, research, and events by following our official social media channels. By following us, you’ll gain insights into our projects, objectives, and the communities we serve. Your engagement aids our mission and helps amplify our cause.
Support Our Mission
Wellspring Center for Prevention is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization that is supported by grants, non-governmental contracts, and donations from community members like you. Your kind donations – accepted in any amount – are used to support our programs and events throughout Middlesex County.
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