Compass Health Center accepts most major commercial insurance plans. Insurance benefits and coverage are verified individually, call us to understand how Compass works with you to make care as affordable as possible.
A Guide for Parents and Educators
Helping Students Overcome Mental Health Challenges
Partners in Education and Mental Health
At Compass Health Center, we are committed to promoting mental health and education in collaboration with our school partners and families. Our comprehensive resources and mental health programs, empowering parents and educators with the support they need to help students, especially those facing school anxiety or refusal.
Getting Support During the School Year
Seeking help for young people during the school year can feel overwhelming. However, finding the right program is crucial—one that provides exceptional care with long-lasting impact. That’s where Compass Health Center comes in.
With parental consent, our dedicated teams keep parents and educators informed every step of the way during a student’s time in our programs, with consistent communication from admission through discharge. Our group rooms are intentionally designed to model classroom settings, providing the opportunity for students to tackle challenges and apply new skills in meaningful ways that will translate into the classroom when they transition back to school. You can also expect:
Masters-Level Support: Our team boasts masters-level educators who customize learning experiences, ensuring consistent academic growth.
Study Sessions: Daily sessions foster strong study habits, executive functioning skills, time management, and self-reliance, enhancing academic prowess and providing opportunities for students to catch up or keep up with work.
Return to School Plan: We schedule a collaborative meeting with school and Compass Health Center staff, families, and sometimes students, ensuring a smooth reintegration into school life.
Family Therapy: Parents and caregivers play a crucial role in supporting students in treatment and as they transition back to school. Sessions focus on helping parents navigate these challenges and support families as resources and partners.
Progress Tracking: Receive regular insights into the student’s progress, aiding joint efforts to optimize their social, emotional and academic growth.
Comprehensive Approach: Beyond academics, we prioritize emotional intelligence, resilience, and overall mental well-being through various evidence-based therapeutic modalities and psychiatric care.
Concerned About a Student? Learn When to Refer
Knowing when to refer a student for mental health support can be challenging. Understanding the signs and symptoms of anxiety or other concerns is crucial for both parents and educators. This section will guide you in recognizing when a referral to a program like Compass Health Center may be beneficial, ensuring that students receive the immediate support they need to thrive academically and emotionally.
- Students experiencing frequent or chronic absences, tardiness, or increasingly seeking support from school clinicians
- Students reporting self-harm actions or urges
- Students reporting suicidal ideation or when there are concerns about safety
- Students who were recently psychiatrically hospitalized
- Students with co-occurring disorders or symptoms that would benefit from an all-encompassing, multidisciplinary approach
- Students who need more support than what is traditionally offered in outpatient therapy, such as requiring multiple treatment modalities (psychiatry, group therapy, individual therapy, and family therapy) in one program
- Students who are not functioning in their daily lives at home, work, or school
- Students in need of expedited medication changes within the context of comprehensive treatment
- Virtual: Students who lack access to high quality, evidence-based comprehensive Behavioral health care in their communities
Professional Development Opportunities
At Compass Health Center, we offer Professional Development to schools, universities, colleges, and community partners. On this page, you will find an overview of the type of PDs we offer, and the process of participating.
What Does Professional Development Look Like at Compass Health Center?
PDs can be individualized, while we prefer virtual platforms, in-person PDs are available with adequate Leadtime.
Past Professional Development Topics Include:
- Anxiety and Depression 101 and Skills to Help Manage Emotions
- Trauma Informed Instruction
- When Do I know my Family is in Crisis and How to Get Help
- Self-Care and Wellness
- Fostering Healthy Screen Habits
- School Anxiety and Refusal
Upcoming Events
Considerations for Treating Adult LGBTQ+ Patients in Group Therapy | 1 Credit CE Webinar*
June 18, 2025
10:00 am – 11:00 am CST
For More Information or to Schedule an Assessment, Call Us or Fill Out the Form Below.
Immediate, Specialized Mental Health Treatment
We aim to partner closely with school educators from the start of the school year, ensuring we’re well-acquainted and ready to support whenever needed. By working together early on, we can be better prepared to provide timely care and address any challenges that may arise. To learn more about our age-based specialties, visit the links below.
Child Programs
(5-13)
Teen Programs
(13-18)
Young Adult Programs
(18-23)
Specialties
Additional Access & Insights
We provide a range of resources curated by our experienced team:
