Counseling
At OPA, we believe it is essential to support all students with any social-emotional, behavioral, or mental health needs. No matter how your student identifies or what language they speak, we are here to support them and help them reach their potential! We provide individual counseling, group counseling, crisis intervention, informal check-ins, and referrals to external resources as needed. Please let us know if we can assist you in any way!
Mental Health Team
- Diana Chambers - School Counselor: dchambers@wps.org
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Jacklyn Gocke - School Psychologist: jgocke@wps.org
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Phoebe Harris - School Psychologist Intern: pharris@wps.org
Student Elective Form: Semester 2
How to Get Help
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STUDENTS: If you would like to meet with someone to discuss any mental health concerns, please fill out the Student - Counselor Request Form
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FAMILIES: If you have any questions or concerns about your student’s mental health, please email the mental health providers listed above.
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TEACHERS: If you have any concerns about a student and would like a mental health provider to check in with them, please fill out the Teacher - Mental Health Request Form
Confidentiality Statement
When speaking with students, we follow a strict confidentiality rule. We will keep things private unless they report that someone is hurting them, they want to hurt someone, they want to hurt themselves, or they give us permission to share. This policy is in place to ensure that students feel safe and comfortable when seeking help.
Safe2Tell Colorado - Your Safety Matters!
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Students: If you know about or have any safety or mental health concerns about your peers or yourself, it is important that you speak up. We can’t do anything to help unless you let us know there is a problem. Be brave to keep yourself and your peers safe!
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Caregivers: You can also make reports on behalf of your children or other students.
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How to make a report:
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Call 1-877-542-SAFE (7233)
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Text “S2TCO” to 738477
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Online at Safe2Tell Colorado
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On the Safe2Tell CO Mobile App
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Important Reminders:
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This is not an emergency response system. If you have an emergency, please call 911.
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It is an anonymous reporting system and is available 24/7.
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After submitting a report, wait for a dispatcher to respond and ask follow up questions.
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It does not notify the reporter of any outcomes after a report has been made.
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Parent/Guardian Resources
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National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI): Provides education, support, and advocacy for individuals and families affected by mental illness
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Child Mind Institute: Offers resources and information on children and adolescent mental health, including articles, guides, and advice based on different mental health concerns.
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Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA): Provides resources and information on mental health and substance use disorders.
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American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry (AACAP): Provides information on child and adolescent mental health disorders, treatment options, and resources for families based on the concern.
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National Association of School Psychologists (NASP): PDF provides an overview of mental and behavioral health services for children and adolescents and how school psychologists can help
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I Matter CO: Provides mental health services for youth 18 years of age or younger, or 21 years of age or younger if receiving special education services
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American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP): Provides information about suicide, how you can help prevent it, and resources for those affected by it
Crisis Resources
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Colorado Crisis and Support
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Call 1-844-493-TALK (8255)
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Text “TALK” to 38255
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Walk-in: 4353 E Colfax Ave, Denver, CO
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Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
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Call or Text 988
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Visit 988lifeline.org
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Community Reach Crisis Center:
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Call 303-853-3500
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Walk-in: 8989 Huron Street, Thornton, CO
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