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School-Based Mental Health Services

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  Let us help your student(s) right in their school setting with our expertise in telehealth. Telehealth has been found to be as or more effective for most children and adolescents. Emotionally healthy students are: More likely to have less difficulty engaging in learning and school activities, Have supportive and caring connections with adults and young people, Use appropriate problem-solving skills, and Demonstrate positive/pro-social behaviors. Between 12 and 22 percent of school-aged children and youth have a diagnosable mental health disorder. Youth spend a significant amount of time in school and academic environments play an increasingly critical role in supporting these students. Schools provide a safe, non-stigmatizing, and supportive natural environment which is often preferred by youth for addressing emotional health needs. In fact, adolescents are more comfortable accessing health care services through school-based clinics and like the idea of accessing services in a si...