School-Based Mental Health
Overview
Hampton Township School District is proud to offer comprehensive school-based mental health services through a partnership with Supporting You Counseling and Consulting LLC (SYCC). These services aim to provide mental health support to students directly within the school environment, ensuring timely, accessible, and effective interventions.
Services Offered by Supporting You Counseling and Consulting (SYCC)
As part of our commitment to fostering student well-being, SYCC provides a range of mental health services that are tailored to the needs of our students:
1. Individual Counseling: In-person counseling services are offered to students during the school day at their respective schools. These confidential services address emotional, behavioral, and mental health concerns.
2. District Consultation Services: SYCC clinicians work closely with school counselors, administrators, teachers, and parents/guardians to create a supportive network for students. This collaboration ensures that students' mental health needs are understood and effectively addressed.
3. Wellness Support: As part of our Tier 1 interventions within the Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS), Supporting You Counseling and Consulting LLC (SYCC) offers wellness services aimed at helping students develop essential coping and stress management strategies. These services are part of the district’s comprehensive support model, ensuring all students can access mental health resources at no direct cost to families. This proactive approach promotes overall well-being and resilience in students by addressing possible mental health needs before they escalate.
SYCC clinicians are available to meet with students during scheduled times throughout the school day, offering a consistent and accessible resource for support and guidance. If further need arises, the school counselor or SYCC clinician will reach out to the family to collaborate on developing a more formal and regular fee-based visitation plan to ensure continued support.
4. Telehealth Services: Telehealth options are available for students who may not be physically present at school, ensuring continuous access to mental health support.
5. Professional Development
Recognizing the importance of mental health awareness among faculty and staff, Supporting You Counseling and Consulting LLC also offers professional Development (PD) for Faculty and Staff. SYCC clinicians will lead workshops and training sessions to increase awareness of mental health issues in students and equip staff with strategies for identifying and supporting students in need.
By working closely with Hampton Township School District, SYCC clinicians ensure that students receive the mental health support they need at every stage of their development.
Confidentiality and Access
SYCC abides by all relevant privacy laws, including FERPA and HIPAA, to ensure the confidentiality of students’ health and educational information. Mental health services are provided in designated spaces within the school to maintain privacy and create a supportive, confidential environment.
For more information or to access services, please contact your school counselor or the District’s Student Services Office.