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Comprehensive Life Solutions

Building stability, life skills, and emotional wellness.

Helping children, teens, adults, and families in Norfolk through trauma-informed therapy, rehabilitation, and community-based programs.

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I need therapyIndividual, couples, family, and group therapyI need life skillsPsychosocial Rehabilitation and daily living supportI'm preparing for workCareer readiness and transition services for ages 14–22I'm a parentParent coaching, family therapy, and Family ConnectionsI'm making a referralReferral steps for schools, counselors, and agenciesI'm looking for a groupClinician-led healing, parenting, and youth groups
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Clinical services

Therapy for children, teens, adults, couples, and families.

Outpatient Therapy

Individual, couples, family, and group therapy focused on emotional wellness, coping skills, and meaningful life change.

Available
In person or virtual
Who it's for
Adults · Youth · Couples · Families
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Life skills & rehabilitation

Daily life-skills support for adults building independence.

Psychosocial Rehabilitation (PSR)

Structured, strengths-based support that builds daily living, wellness, and social skills for stability and independence.

Available
Structured day program, in person
Who it's for
Young adults · Adults
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Real people. Real progress.

What families tell us

Shared with permission. Names withheld to protect privacy.

“My son finally believes in himself.”
Parent, Norfolk
“I felt heard for the first time.”
Therapy client
“They helped us build routines that actually work.”
Family member
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Youth & career

Career readiness and transition programs for students ages 14–22.

No-cost Pre-Employment Transition Services

Through DARS-approved Pre-ETS, students with a documented disability explore careers, build workplace skills, learn self-advocacy, and prepare for college or work — at no cost to students or families.

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Youth program formats

Three ways students can participate, depending on their goals and schedule.

Youth & Career (Pre-ETS)

An 8-week after-school path to work and independence

8-Week Youth Transition to Independence

Weekly group sessions that walk students through strengths, careers, workplace skills, education options, and self-advocacy.

Available
Weekly group sessions — after school, evenings, or weekends
Who it's for
Students ages 14–22
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Youth & Career (Pre-ETS)

A five-day career and independence intensive for students

CLS Career & Independence Academy

A 5-day intensive that immerses students in a simulated real-life environment with rotating learning labs, one-on-one coaching, and a mock job fair.

Available
5-day intensive camp, Monday–Friday
Who it's for
Students ages 14–22
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Youth & Career (Pre-ETS)

A one-day look at college, training, and career options

Postsecondary Pathways Exploration Day

A one-day program pairing a morning postsecondary workshop with an afternoon visit to a college, trade school, or apprenticeship program.

Available
One day, 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM. Weekday or weekend scheduling available.
Who it's for
Students ages 14–22
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Why CLS

Why families choose CLS

Not quick fixes — long-term stability, built with you.

  • Trauma-informed

    Care that starts with safety, choice, and respect — never judgment.

  • Relationship-centered

    You work with people who know your name, your story, and your goals.

  • Evidence-based

    Clinician-led services grounded in proven therapeutic approaches.

  • Community-focused

    Rooted in Norfolk and built around the neighborhoods we serve.

  • Practical life skills

    Skills you can use the same week — routines, coping, communication.

  • Real-world independence

    Support that carries into work, school, home, and relationships.

Groups

Facilitated support groups

Clinician-led groups for healing, parenting, youth, and everyday emotional wellness. New cohorts are being scheduled now.

All groups

Women's Healing Circle

A safe, clinician-led space for emotional healing, sisterhood, and rebuilding confidence.

  • Women 18+
  • In person
  • Contact us for upcoming dates
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Black Women's Healing

Culturally responsive healing and peer support centered on the experiences of Black women.

  • Black women 18+
  • In person
  • Contact us for upcoming dates
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Domestic Violence Support

Focused support for survivors, built around safety, dignity, and rebuilding stability.

  • Adults
  • In person
  • Contact us for upcoming dates
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What happens next

Getting started is simpler than you think

Here's exactly what to expect after you reach out.

  1. 1

    Reach out

    Call, email, or send a referral. A real person responds.

  2. 2

    Find the right fit

    We talk through your needs and identify the right program.

  3. 3

    Complete intake

    We gather paperwork, insurance, and consent — we'll help.

  4. 4

    Schedule services

    Appointments or group start dates are set with you.

  5. 5

    Begin your journey

    You start, and we adjust support as your goals change.

Questions families ask

Next step

Not sure where to begin?

Reach out and our team will help you identify the right service and walk you through what happens next.

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