Mental Health
District Mental Health Staff
The goal of district mental health staff is to partner directly with families, educators, students, and our communities to address and overcome barriers to academic achievement at the post-secondary level. Ultimately this partnership provides the necessary support and guidance that are essential to academic success and sound life decisions.
Mental health professionals are licensed and trained to provide support and interventions to students and families proactively and in times of emotional/mental health crisis.
They do this by providing individual, small group and family support. Sessions focus on:
- Improving social, emotional and academic functioning
- Positive reinforcement
- Behavior modification
- Specific skill development
- Building trusting connections with each student and their family
- Direct consultation and linkage to appropriate community resources for families
- Help students and their families meet basic needs and overcome barriers to education
Please note that mental health staff placements are created around the ever-changing and unique needs of each school and may vary throughout the year and at each site. Please contact your student's school for more information.
Care Solace for our District 196 Community
If you or a family member are looking for help with mental health, substance use, or basic needs, Care Solace can help you quickly find options matched to your needs regardless of the circumstance. Care Solace is a complimentary and confidential service provided to students, staff, and their families by Rosemount-Apple Valley-Eagan Public Schools, District 196.
Care Solace’s team is available 24/7/365 and can support you in any language. If you would like to use Care Solace to help you find a provider:
- Call 888-515-0595 available 24/7/365
- Visit caresolace.com/district196 and either search on your own OR click “Book Appointment” for assistance by video chat, email, or phone.
Disclaimer:
Information on individual treatment providers was gathered by Care Solace based on criteria such as geographic proximity, whether the provider accepts the authorized user’s insurance, and whether the provider is accepting new patients. The school district does not recommend, endorse, promote, or refer to any of the individual treatment providers.
Please refer to the resources on this page for assistance in dealing with mental health needs. You are encouraged to reach out to your school counselor, social worker, nurse or psychologist for additional support if needed.
Worried about your mental health:
- Dakota County Crisis Response: Call 952-891-7171
- National Crisis Text Line: Text SCHOOL to 741741
- Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: Call or text 988
