Does my child need this service?

How do I know if my child may benefit from School Based Mental Health?

Many children will exhibit signs that they are struggling with a mental health problem.  These signs may be expressed with different behaviors or emotional difficulties.  

Some  concerns to look out for:

• hyperactivity over what other children tend to have

• difficulty separating from a parent

• reports of behavior disruptions at school, home or other settings such as excessive disobedience, aggression and temper tantrums

• excessive fears or worries

• changes  in school performance

• loss of interest in social/family interactions or previously enjoyed activities

• difficulty concentrating

• sleep disruptions

• more episodes of sadness and/or irritability

• exposure to violence or some trauma

• changes in living situation that may be stressful to the child

• changes in appetite or sleep

• talk about death or threatening to harm self or others. 

• frequent complaints of feeling sick

• withdrawal from family or friends

You are always welcome to call me to discuss any concerns you have about your child and we can determine if this may be a good resource for him or her.