What is School-Based Counseling?
As a parent, you want what is best for your child, but it’s not always easy to know what type of support he or she needs. That is why the E3 program is offering confidential mental health counseling for your child and your family conveniently located at his or her school.
Mental health therapy helps your child better understand their personal needs, and helps clients and their families learn new skills to manage life situations or relationships more effectively. Our compassionate, licensed professional mental health counselors help clients develop treatment goals and provide the appropriate support and guidance. We’ll work together to help your child with:
- Depression and anxiety
- ADD and ADHD concerns
- Family and life adjustments
- Grief and loss
- Increased positive behaviors at home and in school
- Improved concentration
- Strengthened social skills and self-esteem
- Self-control and anger issues
- Decreased conflict with family members, teachers and peers
- And many other life concerns
How long will my child see the counselor?
The length of treatment depends on your child’s unique needs and goals. Some clients/families may have their needs met in just a few sessions, while others may require more sessions to reach their goals.
How often will my child see his or her counselor?
While the frequency of counseling sessions can vary based on the needs of each child, it is typical for a child to begin with weekly sessions to help build needed trust and comfort in the counseling relationship. Weekly appointments may also facilitate more active progress toward goals. As progress toward initial goals is made, it may be helpful to spread the sessions further apart. Your counselor will discuss what is right for your child as you work together.
Financial considerations
Screening and consultation services are free to HASD students and families. On site therapy services are subject to the same costs that would be incurred at the provider’s community-based clinic site. Treatment is most often covered by a family’s insurance. The provider bills parents directly for the service. Students with limited or no insurance coverage may be eligible for a sliding scale payment or other resources.
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