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2019 Annual Conference

del 13 al 15 de November del 2019

Augusta Marriott at the Convention Center, Augusta, GA

School Counselors Supporting Students With Mental Health Needs

miércoles, el 13 de noviembre de 2019 a las 12:45–13:45 EST
Estes B (200)
Target Audience
Elementary
Middle
Secondary
Please select the interest areas (or track) your proposal covers
Social Emotional Learning
Mental Health Awareness
Abstract

Research show a rise of mental health needs in schools. Student’s mental health can pose barriers to social and emotional learning and educational development. Although the role of school counselors support academic, personal/social, and career development, counselor’s role continuously evolve based on needs of students. Counselors can be instrumental in bridging the gap between student and community resources. This presentation will provide a general overview of mental health challenges, strategies, and resources to support student needs.

Presenters

Shaketha Blankenship, Ph.D, LPC, NCC, NCSC, Atlanta Public Schools
Tamila Jackson-Whitaker, Ed.S, Atlanta Public Schools
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