We help students with emotional, social, and personal challenges that may affect their well-being or school success. This includes support for stress, anxiety, depression, relationships, identity questions, family or home issues, substance use, and more in a confidential, nonjudgmental environment. We also work as an interdisciplinary care team to help connect students to the right resources across the school and community for a variety of needs including academic challenges, basic necessities, and more.

We offer free, confidential support including:

- Risk assessments

- Brief individual counseling

- Support and skills groups

- On- and off-campus referrals

- Connections to school and community resources

Services are designed to support student engagement, success, and overall wellness.

The calming space is a quiet, comfortable room in the center where students can drop in when they need a place to decompress when challenging moments come up during the school day

The Mental Health & Wellness Center is located in Room 801. To enter the Calming Space, sign in with a staff member. To speak individually with a counsellor, submit a referral.

We serve all Santa Teresa High School and Phoenix High School students. Any student can self-refer or be referred by staff, guardians, or peers if they need support.

No. Mental Health & Wellness Center services are free for Santa Teresa High School students. We do ask for insurance billing information for students receiving ongoing support. 

Yes. Services are confidential, and staff strive to provide a safe and private space for students to talk openly.

However, confidentiality has limits. Staff are required to share information if there are serious concerns about a student’s safety or the safety of others, or in situations involving abuse or neglect, so that appropriate support and protection can be provided. When possible, staff will discuss next steps with the student.