PROGRAM
Young Latinas have become the teen population with the highest rate of suicide attempt in the country. At Life is Precious™, we combine individual and group counseling, arts therapy, academic support, music and wellness activities. Mental health services are rendered by partnering providers.
SURVIVE
THRIVE
STRIVE


WISE LATINA
SURVIVE
Find a place where you can care for and be yourself.

Healthy Eating

Self-Care Spa Days

Reproductive Health

Bullying

Self-Harm

Abuse & Trauma
We offer you a safe space, trustworthy source of information, and reliable support system:
A home away from home, staffed by Wise Latina women; with ready-made community of girls like you
Workshops in health, wellness, and healing
Counselors to help mediate and resolve family conflicts; and introduce effective communication and anger-management techniques
Advocates to help you and your family navigate the school, housing, and court systems
We offer you new experiences, new ways to express yourself, and an opportunity to gain a new outlook on life:
Workshops to help you express your thoughts and feelings and tell your story
Music and art classes that allow you to explore your inner artist.
Field trips
Special opportunities to showcase your talents and stories, activities have included public showings at El Museo del Barrio
THRIVE
Develop your unique voice, talents, and confidence.

Art

Music

Creative Writing

Photography
STRIVE
Believe in yourself and achieve your dreams.

Goal
Setting

Time Management

Art of Negotiation

Public Speaking
We offer tools and training to help you graduate, consider college, and realize your vision of a successful future:
Computers and internet
Homework help & tutoring
Workshops to help you manage your daily challenges and stay on the path
College counseling and career mentoring, including guest speakers from different schools and fields
We invite you to join other Wise Latinas at LIP. This is what we need from you to get started:



You must be a full-time student
Receiving mental health treatment
Have your family's permission
NOW SERVING YOU IN SIX LOCATIONS
Monday to Friday | 3:30 - 7:30 pm
Saturday | 10 am - 2 pm
Bus: Bx15, Bx42 and Bx36
Train: 2 and 5
Monday to Friday | 3:30 - 7:30 pm
Saturday | 10 am - 2 pm
Bus: B43, B15 and B57
Train: F and 5
Monday to Friday | 3:30 - 7:30 pm
Saturday | 10 am - 2 pm
Bus: Q67 and Q39
Train: 7
LIP WASHINGTON HEIGHTS

4186 Broadway, 2nd Fl.
New York, NY 10033
347.514.0160
Monday & Wednesday | 3:30 - 7:30 pm
Saturday | 10 am - 2 pm
Bus: M101
Train: A and C
Parent Drop-In Hours: 11:30am-3:30pm on days of Program Operation