This link will take you to the DISD page where you can find out more about: the student handbook, student code of conduct, the attendance policy, the bullying policy, the dress code policy, immunization requirements, and graduation requirements.

Social anxiety treatment program we’re running this fall! 

Dallas CBT is a group practice in the Uptown area with a strong focus on treatment of anxiety disorders, OCD, ADHD, and other related disorders.  At this time, we have 4 therapists on staff specializing in child/adolescent treatments, including myself, Dr. Laura Minze, Dr. Jamarri Aikins, and Gracie Letter. We have several other therapists who work primarily with adults, as well.

We’re especially excited about our new Teen Social Anxiety group treatment program. Group therapy offers a unique benefit in treating social anxiety as, from day 1, participants are engaging with not only their therapists, but a group full of other teens with very similar experiences.  

Here are some basic details about the group:

Ages 14 to 18

Wednesdays 5 to 7 PM*

Run by Dr. Jamarri Aikins & Gracie Letter 

Fees are $125 per session / sliding scale may be considered

Course of treatment lasts 12 to 16 weeks

Parents can request contact via our Inquiry Form 

 https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdwftHLDXiao5m5m27NdmdADMMuyVje_7x0EEIpulnR8Q-sjA/viewform?usp=sf_link 

**meeting days may change depending group members’ availability

Dallas ISD Mental Health Services provides mental and physical health services for students through counseling and psychotherapy, behavior interventions, mental health consultation, crisis intervention, psychiatric evaluation, medication management, and wraparound services.

Our staff includes licensed professional counselors, social workers, marriage and family therapists, psychologists, school psychologists, psychiatrists, and wraparound specialists. We work collaboratively with campus and District staff to ensure the highest quality of care for our students to improve mental, emotional, social, and academic outcomes. 

Be Kind To Yourself,
The MHS Team

TEXAS YOUTH HELPLINE: This website is a service of the Texas Youth Helpline which provides prevention services to youths, parents, siblings, and other family members who are in need of a caring voice and sympathetic ear. Trained volunteers are on call to provide guidance on youth-related concerns, referral information, or simply listen. 

Time to meditate! 

The app is dedicated to adventures in mindfulness, the power of a good night's sleep, and cultivating a healthier and happier life. We hope you enjoy your visit! 

TEXAS EDUCATION AGENCY

As Texas schools continue to deal with the COVID-19 outbreak, it is important for Local Education Agencies (LEAs) to recognize students and families may be struggling with stress, anxiety, grief, and loss. Schools can support the mental health, wellness, and resiliency of students through trauma informed approaches. Above is a list of statewide resources that can help schools connect families with specific resources as needs are identified. 

SEL IN ACTION 

Prioritizing healthy relationship building practices as part of the culture of a school or department fosters a sense of belonging for everyone. In this way, the campus or office then becomes a second home where people want to engage. For additional suggestions around intentional relationship building, reach out to your SEL coordinator for training and resources, or visit the SEL Department's website at Dallasisd.org/SEL. Let’s remember to be kind to ourselves and each other while staying focused on the positive relationship “investments” that we can make every day.  This link is great for both parents and teachers.

REGION 10 COUNSELOR CONVERSATIONS

Dear Colleagues, Educators, Friends, Parents....

Today is a new day - may we embrace it and find joy in the small moments. We hope you are staying healthy and safe. Knowing that many of us are home bound and adjusting to new routines, we wanted to offer up a space for us to share ideas and still feel that sense of community.

How are you doing? Have you eaten something nourishing today? Taken a walk? Or a deep breath? Called a loved one? There's a common belief that you'll feel happier and healthier if you indulge in classic "self-care" practices like taking a bath, meditating, or exercising... but that's not necessarily relaxing to everyone. If the thought of fitting self-care into your routine has you feeling more stressed or pressured, then that's not self care! Hopefully you are finding ways to truly care for yourself in this ever changing and unknown time. While it is important to take care of our loved ones and do our jobs; it's equally important to take care of ourselves and come together healthier and stronger. We're all in this TOGETHER!

Anyone who is experiencing a crisis can get immediate support by contacting the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline in English or Spanish at 988. Additionally, people can access the National Alliance on Mental Illness HelpLine from Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., by calling 1-800-950-6264, texting “HelpLine” to 62640 or emailing helpline@nami.org.  

According to the National Institute of Mental Health, warning signs of suicide include: 

• Feeling empty, hopeless or trapped

• Talking about wanting to die or being a burden 

• Experiencing intense guilt or shame

• Making a plan or researching ways to die

• Eating or sleeping more or less

• Feeling extremely sad, anxious, agitated or angry

• Withdrawing from friends, saying goodbye, giving away important items or making a will

• Displaying extreme mood swings

• Taking dangerous risks such as driving too fast

• Using drugs or alcohol more often

SUDIE STAFF:

The district has switched to LifeWorks and the NEW number, to access counseling for you or your family, is 972.925.4000 or 1.800.433.7916.

The Benefits Department, Human Capital Management, provides employees is providing you an opportunity to access professional support from LifeWorks—an innovative, confidential, and free employee assistance program.

Whether you are looking to overcome an obstacle, improve your overall well-being, or reach a personal goal, LifeWorks can support you with your mental, emotional, and physical health goals. You can personalize the content based on your needs and interests in the areas of life, family, health, and work.

Talk with experts, access community resources, or receive trusted referrals for challenges such as:

• Marriage and relationships

• Stress, anxiety, depression

• Personal conflicts

• Achieving life goals

• Coping with loneliness

• Alcohol and drug issues

• Dallas ISD staff can take advantage of the Employee Assistance Program by LifeWorks. This confidential, secure platform has free specialist counselors on call 24/7, as well as personalized wellbeing tips, podcasts, videos, exercises, assessments and more. 

• Contact LifeWorks by calling (972) 925-4000 or visiting www.dallasisd.org/benefits and clicking on Benefits Resources to access online EAP information. LifeWorks also has an app that offers specialized self-help resources developed by experts. Once downloaded, the app can be accessed through the EAD login credentials.

Connect today with LifeWorks 24/7/365 by phone, online, or mobile app. You can access the LifeWorks Portal through the OneAccess Portal at https://oneaccess.dallasisd.org. Once logged in, you can click on the My Applications option and it will take you to individual apps, including LifeWorks. You can also call (972) 925-4000. You may also email Benefits@dallasisd.org for more information.