School Counselors

The resource provides an overview of the comprehensive, developmental guidance and counseling program for Texas public schools.

Professional development, resources, and tools to support school counselors’ efforts to help student focus on academic, career, and social/emotional development

Member-driven division of the Texas Counselor Association that focuses on the betterment of the school counseling profession

Organization that works to empower school counselors with knowledge and skills in order to promote professionalism and ethical practice

Provides information and links to resources about mental health conditions and service providers within Texas

The Texas Child Mental Health Care Consortium (TCMHCC) is a network or Texas health-related institutions of higher learning focused on addressing urgent mental health challenges and improving the mental health care system in this state in relation to children and adolescents.

This is a searchable map providing a crosswalk of educational service regions, school districts, and associated Local Mental Health Authority.

Describes public mental health services offered throughout Texas, eligibility requirements, and how to locate local providers

1 – 800 – 273 – TALK provides 24/7 free and confidential support for people in distress and prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones

A clearinghouse for the dissemination of safety and security information through research, training, and technical assistance for K-12 schools and junior colleges

Community Resource Coordination Groups (CRCGs) connect people with services and work within their community to identify services gaps and break down barriers

Collaboration of organizations and individuals who work together to reduce suicides within the state

Federally-funded resource center focused on prevention of deaths by suicide

A federal repository of information about recognizing mental health concerns and accessing services, with pages for youth and family members

This organization provides multiple resources on a variety of topics related to school mental health.

Provides tools and resources to help individuals have a conversation about mental health and get past any awkward feelings

A national campaign to train all people to understand the five steps for communicating with someone who may be suicidal

Provides training and resources for an evidence-informed modular approach to help students and adults in the immediate aftermath of disaster or terrorism

Provides information and resources related to teaching the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary for students to develop healthy identities, manage emotions, establish and maintain relationships, and make responsible decisions

Organization dedicated to saving lives and bringing hope to those affected by suicide

Houses the Columbia Suicide Severity Rating Scale, along with training resources and protocol tools

Joint guidance document provided by the US Department of Health and Human Services and the Department of Education. Provides guidance on the application of the two privacy regulations and responds to frequently asked questions.