Institute for Family Services

The Institute for Family Services (IFS) is a healthcare organization specializing in family therapy and mental health services with a distinct focus on social justice and equity. Founded by Dr. Rhea Almeida, the institute is widely recognized for developing the Cultural Context Model (CCM), an innovative therapeutic framework that integrates considerations of race, gender, and class into clinical practice. IFS provides a range of services including family and individual counseling, professional training for therapists, and community-based programs addressing domestic violence and child welfare. The organization operates as a non-profit center, emphasizing the empowerment of marginalized communities through its unique socio-educational approach to healing.