Mental Health Services

  • Welcome to the Gaston County Schools Mental Health Services webpage! The mental health services area within Student Support Services has grown significantly over the past few years. Mental health clinicians work collaboratively with school based therapists in schools to provide intervention strategies to increase academic success and improve graduation rates, provide crisis intervention, and assist students in developing appropriate social interaction skills. Mental health clinicians and school based therapists also work diligently to serve students and families.

    Mental Health Services
    Gaston County Schools recognizes the increased mental health challenges facing our students and families today. Undiagnosed or untreated mental health conditions can impact a child’s ability to learn, grow, and thrive in the classroom and beyond. School Mental Health Services in Gaston County Schools promotes the safety and well-being for all students in order to increase academic success, improve graduation rates, provide crisis intervention, and assist students in developing appropriate social and emotional skills.

    Student Support Services staff like school counselors and school social workers provide consultations and referrals for students currently experiencing mental health issues. In addition, Gaston County Schools has partnered with local community mental health agencies to provide school-based therapy services to students. These staff are available to offer support and to help families navigate the mental health system. If you have concerns about your child’s mental health please speak with your school counselor or school social worker.

    Need help during a behavioral health crisis? Please call Partners Behavioral Health Crisis Hotline which serves several counties, including Gaston County, at 1-833-353-2093, 24/7/365. 

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