How to Get Started

How do I know if my child is eligible for services?

To be eligible for GCSD Mental Health Services your student's presenting symptoms have to show impaired functioning in at least two of the four areas (school, home, social and community).

It is required that a parent/guardian will participate in the initial diagnostic assessment as well as ongoing family therapy sessions as outlined during the assessment progress. Parent/guardian involvement is critical to a child's success in therapy.

A child must want to participate in services and want to get better for progress to take place.

What are the first steps I should take to start services?

If you believe your child is eligible for services, please complete the referral form below.

There is usually a waitlist for mental health services due to the high volume of referrals. Referrals are prioritized by severity of needs. If you submit and referral and have questions about referral status, please contact me.

Referral Form

Complete the form below. When you click submit, the results will automatically be shared with Lindsey. You can expect to receive a response within 3 business days to discuss your inquiry. Feel free to contact Lindsey with any further questions or concerns.

What to expect with the Intake Process?

Lindsey will schedule an intake session with the child's parents/guardians to start the process. This session will take at Heritage in Lindsey's office during school hours.

A parent or guardian will need to attend the initial appointment and sign necessary consents so that your student can begin therapy services. If the child is in a two-parent home, it is ideal for both parents to participate in the first session. If the child splits time between two homes, the initial session can be provided separately for each set of parents or guardians. It is expected that you will find childcare so we can focus throughout the session as there is a lot to cover.

The appointment will take place at Heritage. Walk into the front office and tell them you are here to see Lindsey, and I will come get you at our appointment time.

Prepare for the appointment to last 60 to 90 minutes.

If your student has Medicaid, please bring a copy of the Medicaid card. If your student does not have Medicaid, the services can be provided at no cost.

Lindsey Hesketh, LISW-CP

Heritage Elementary Mental Health Counselor

Email: Lhesketh@greenville.k12.sc.us Phone: 864-355-6029

I am available during school hours only. The best way to reach me is email, since I have clients in my office most of the school day. I will return phone calls and emails within 24-48 hours when I am in the office.

I maintain a small caseload of clients and generally stay full. If you have a concern about your child, let's discuss the best option to support your child's needs, which may include referrals to providers outside of school.

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