“Our Beech Brook worker has gone above and beyond!”
Teacher from Anton Grdina Elementary School
School-Based
A little extra support in school goes a long way
Children spend the majority of their waking hours in school. When emotional or behavioral problems get in the way of learning, Beech Brook is there to provide the support they need to succeed.
Every school system strives to meet the needs of their students, but for the kids who suffer from emotional and behavioral problems, things aren't always that easy. These children can have trouble focusing and may disrupt the other students with their behavior, making learning more difficult for everyone.
Beech Brook's School-Based Behavioral Health Services provide support to these children when and where they need it: every day in school. Beech Brook therapists and clinical behavior specialists work directly with the children, teachers, school administrators and families to address the mental or behavioral problems that are getting in the way of learning. Schools that offer our services see improved attendance and academic performance and better behavior and social interactions in the children enrolled in our programs.
Our school-based services also include case management, home visits, teacher consultations, and individual and family counseling. When a therapist recognizes a need that goes beyond the scope of the school environment, the child may be referred to receive other Beech Brook or community services, in addition to their School-Based therapy.
Beech Brook's school-based behavioral health and support services are offered at more than 60 schools across Cuyahoga, Lorain, Summit and Geauga counties. Referrals come from the school administration and parents within those schools.
Services are offered year-round, so therapy will not be interrupted during summer or winter breaks from school.
REACH - Releasing Excellent Alternative Community Help
(Therapeutic Behavioral Support)
Kids who have a mental health diagnosis may find that their symptoms interfere with their ability to function in their daily lives. Through REACH, children work on building the necessary skills they'll need to succeed, such as time management, coping skills, and recognizing and expressing their own feelings. Beech Brook staff work with the children and their families in the environments that are problematic for them, whether it is at school, home or in the community. Staff also provides linkages for the child and their family to other services and support and are available 24/7 in crisis situations.
Want to make a referral to our School-Based Program?
Take a look at the list of schools Beech Brook serves to see if we are in your school. If not, you may be eligible to receive home or community-based services so you can still submit a referral and someone will be in touch with you soon!
Use the link to the online form below to submit your referral.
Teacher Comments on School-Based Mental Health Services
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