Behavioral Health Clinic

  Public schools reported that 36 percent of their students on average were behind grade level prior to the pandemic. At the beginning of both the 2021–22 and 2022–23 school years, public schools reported on average half of their students were behind grade level. Difficulties in school can have long-term effects, including financial and job instability and even poor health outcomes. Children struggle in school for a myriad of reasons, but the primary reasons may be due to undiagnosed  learning disabilities  and mental health disorders. Determining the cause, or causes, of the difficulties is key to determining what the student needs to achieve success in school. One tool to help with this is psychoeducational testing, which provides insights into a child’s learning strengths and weaknesses. This article will explore what psychoeducational testing entails, who might benefit from it, and where parents and caregivers can seek testing services. Our goal is to offer a helpful ...

  Attending school is often part of a child’s daily routine where they learn, socialize, and engage in team building environments. Unfortunately, at the same time, this can be an environment where some kids experience bullying and negative behaviors, as well. Outlining some of the signs and symptoms to watch for can be a helpful way to build communication and safety for your child while they attend school. First and foremost, it is so important that  we help our children  understand that open communication and a safe space for them to share is the foundation to a healthy relationship. It is encouraged to model beneficial communication to your child so that they know they can communicate with you if something is on their mind. Typically, the first symptoms we see when a child is getting bullied at school is a change in their overall mood, decreased communication, and/or lack of desire to go to school. This may look like increased anger, sadness or aggression, along with fr...