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COMMUNITY-BASED
COUNSELING

In addition to school-based counseling, quality community-based counseling services and case management services are also provided by PVPSA.  We serve community members of all ages - children, youth, and families.  PVPSA’s counseling programs help keep students and families healthy and strong. If your child or family needs any of the counseling services below, call us at 831-728-6445, Monday through Friday from 8:00am to 5:00pm, or fill out our online referral form on the bottom of our Programs page.

 

We help people experiencing:

  • Anxiety and depression

  • Family conflicts

  • Drug and alcohol abuse

  • Grief and loss transitions

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SCHOOL-BASED COUNSELING

In our school-based counseling programs, we serve thousands of Pajaro Valley Unified School students each year to help them stay in school and succeed.. Our therapists and counselors  help students with numerous issues including school transitions, grief and loss, peer, family and teacher conflicts, drug and alcohol issues, and anger management. We offer mental health counseling services in over 20 school sites within the Pajaro Valley Unified School District. Our counseling staff includes licensed therapists and interns on the Marriage and Family Therapy (MFT) and Clinical Social Work (MSW) tracks, as well as youth development specialists.

KID'S KORNER / ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Kid’s Korner is a school-based, short-term counseling program for elementary aged students. PVPSA provides a counselor and a safe, nurturing place for students at nearly all of the PVUSD elementary schools. Interns provide counseling for a variety of issues a student might be having from challenging classroom behavior to loss of a loved one, to family issues at home or bullying at school. Services are provided during school hours and free to the students.  Referrals can be made directly to PVPSA through school personnel via UniteUS, or by community members online by clicking here. * Please note not all sites have a Kids Korner counselor.

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ANYPAYER COUNSELING

The Any Payer Program provides short term mental health services for PVUSD students regardless of health insurance type or insurance access. We work with students who are experiencing depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, grief and loss, have experienced trauma, or are navigating challenging dynamics at school or at home. Services are guided by an assessment and treatment plan involving the client in a strength-building and strength-based approach. Clinicians provide wrap around support incorporating family engagement, school collaboration and case management services. Services are provided in person and through telehealth at either school sites or in our offices. Referrals can be made online by clicking here.

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SECONDARY STUDENT ASSISTANCE PROGRAM / MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOLS

Available at some Middle and High schools, PVPSA offers individual counseling and peer support groups for students engaged in at-risk behavior such as substance use, truancy and gang involvement. Short-term family counseling and referrals to community resources are provided. Referrals can be made directly to PVPSA through school personnel via UniteUS, or by community members online by clicking here.

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DRUG & ALCOHOL SERVICES / MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOLS

Our team works with youth who are experiencing life challenges due to substance use and abuse, using individual and group counseling approaches to help students find community, hope and healing as they work through drug and alcohol problems.  Our goal is to help students find success by teaching life skills that will assist them in making positive choices and experiencing success in every aspect of their lives. Group and case management services offered to youth who are experimenting or at risk of using alcohol and drug substances. Services are provided at various school sites by trained personnel using evidenced-based approaches that motivate a decision and commitment to change and support success in implementing the desired changes. Referrals can be made directly to PVPSA through school personnel via UniteUs, or by community members online by clicking here.

 

​​​CRISIS MOBILE RESPONSE TEAM / ELEMENTARY, MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOLS

A new program to support all PVUSD students in addressing crisis and urgent needs for non-MERT crisis situations. Counselors respond in real-time to assess the situation, facilitate safety plans and connect to other resources as needed. Crisis Counselors can support with parents, teachers, or staff. For crisis requests or more information, please call Crisis Lead Counselor, Violet Bravo at 831-227-8172.

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*Students and families with Medi-Cal (Santa Cruz and Monterey Counties): Quality counseling services are provided to students with Medi-Cal from Santa Cruz and Monterey County. Services are offered by experienced professionals at various school sites including elementary, middle and high schools. Referrals can be made directly to the agency or through school personnel via UniteUs.

 

**Students and families without health insurance (Monterey County): Quality counseling services are provided to students and families that reside in Monterey County and are uninsured. Services are offered by experienced professionals at the school sites and in our counseling center. Referrals can be made directly to the agency by calling the counseling center at 831-728-6445 or through school personnel via UniteUs.​​

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