Mental Health Resources
As a parent, you are normally the first person to notice emotional and/or behavioral concerns with your child, but it is important that you contact a professional if you feel that he/she is experiencing severe and/or chronic distress. School professionals may also contact you regarding behaviors they consider concerning. Seeing a health professional can help.
Read the District's Wellness Policy
Here are some issues that may be difficult for a child or family to cope with on their own:
- School stress; bullying, test anxiety, peer pressure
- Family Stress: death, birth, moving, separation & divorce, change in living situation
- Excessive worry, fear, obsessive / compulsive behaviors
- Hyperactivity, inattention that interferes with learning
- Anger issues, extreme defiance, extreme tantrums
- Hurting animals, threatening or hurting others, bullying behavior
- Alcohol, drug use, promiscuity, sexualized behavior
- Hostility towards authority figures, burglaries, truancy, fire setting and/or property damage
- Depression, suicidal ideation, self injury, mood swings
- Withdrawn, lack of appetite, negative attitude, sleep issues
- Social issues, not connecting with peers, isolated, not picking up on social cues
Below is a list of resources you may use to find help for you child. Or call your insurance provider for a list of providers in the area that accept your insurance. You may also speak with your pedicatrician as they should be aware and may recommend options for you child.
| 24 Hour Mobile Mental Health – Crisis Hotline | 1-888-750-2266 |
| Information and Referral Number | Dial 211 |
| Crystal Run – Behavioral Health Services | 845-333-2233 |
| Orange Regional Counseling | 845-333-7800 |
| Access Counseling | 888-750-2266 |
| Valley Behavioral Health | 845-291-7480 |
| Mental Health of Orange County | 845-294-7411 |
| Windsor Counseling (Middletown Office) | 845-342-0114 |
| Orange County Associates | 845-670-5410 |
| Behavioral Health Services of Orange County | 845-260-6492 |
| Orange Counseling Services | 845-262-2233 |
| Center For Stress Reduction | 845-291-0999 |
| Minisink Psychology and Psychotherapy | 845-624-2994 |
Orange County Grief Supports
Local Counseling and Behavior Support
Orange County Children's Services
Mental Health Association-Family Support Program
Crisis Call Center (Mobile Response): Dial 311 (outside Orange County: 800-832-1200)
Crisis Call Center (24/7 Access + Mobile Response): Dial 311 (outside Orange County: 1- 800-832-1200)
Access Supports for Living: Click here for Access Supports for Living Urgent Care Information or call 1-888-750-2266