School based mental health

What is School-Based Mental Health (SBMH)?

SBMH builds on existing school programs, services, and strategies. This service focuses on all students, regular ed, special ed, emotional/learning support etc. The system of care initiative focuses on a service delivery approach that builds partnerships to create a broad, integrated process for meeting the multiple needs of children and families. This preventative model includes the use of social-emotional modalities and designated teams to review students’ needs and is based on the following core values: ■ Family driven ■ Youth guided ■ Cultural and linguistic competence ■ Individualized and community based ■ Evidenced based ■ Team approach ○ Services include: ■ Individual therapy ■ Family therapy ■ Group therapy