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Mental Health Counseling

Mental Health Counseling

Meet Our District Mental Health Counselors

Our mental health counseling team offers brief, solution-focused counseling to students in each building.  This can include, but is not limited to, the management of anxiety, depression, change in academic performance, bullying or involvement in violent behavior, unhealthy peer or family relationships, or suicidal ideation.

If a student’s mental health needs require long-term, outpatient counseling, we will assist with the process of connecting families and students with those services in our community.

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Mental Health Counseling FAQ

 

  • There are a number of factors that can indicate a student may need a referral to talk to a mental health counselor:

    • Directly or indirectly talking or writing about suicide, health, self-harm, or harm to others
    • Isolating themselves from friends, family, or social settings (e.g., school, social, athletic, community activities)
    • Sudden, uncharacteristic mood or personality change
    • Sudden changes in physical appearance
    • Change in academic performance
    • Unhealthy peer or family relationships (e.g., physical, emotional, sexual abuse)
    • Risk-taking behaviors
    • Signs of an eating disorder
    • Bullying or involvement in violent behavior
    • Any other concerns that a student may be experiencing anxiety, depression, substance use, or persistent negative self-talk

  • Elementary Students

    • Difficulty coming to school or staying at school all-day
    • Family stressors
    • Interactions with peers
    • Grief/loss

    Middle & High School Students

    • Depression, decreased motivation, apathy, isolation from others
    • Anxiety symptoms interfering with daily living or school
    • Overwhelmed by social interactions or school in general
    • Family stressors
    • Grief/loss

  • Important Phone Numbers

    • Emergency: 911

    • Suicide Prevention Line: 988

    • Healthcare Crisis Line: 

    • Text HOME to 741741 to contact a Crisis Counselor 24/7 (national hotline)

    • Child Protective Service: 1-866-764-2233

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  • The 988 suicide and crisis helpline is available 24 hours and in English or Spanish. Dial or text 988 to be connected.