From our Mental Health Counselor: Resources for you to refer to over the summer, if you choose.YouTube videos for Charter Students by Robin Bates
NOTE: these can be found under our Mind and Body tab as well.
https://charter-slvusd.edlioschool.com/apps/pages/mind-body-videos
6-12th graders: “IMPROVE skills and journaling”. This video contains ideas from DBT for adolescents to regulate big emotions. IMPROVE is an acronym filled with lots of tools for
managing a variety of difficult thoughts and feelings. There are prompts and ideas for different styles of journaling (include art and collage). https://youtu.be/2L6lfojFvXY
K-3th graders: “The Stars” (book reading) and Journaling. The purpose of this video is to remind young children that in spite of any kind of change, there are still things that are always there and constant (the Stars!). https://youtu.be/JwbZOB7d-V0
4-5th graders: “Collage Journaling”. This is a quick journaling lesson for kids in 4th and 5th grade, introducing different forms of expression in journaling. https://youtu.be/atZ_t3l4k-c
6-8th graders: “4 Options for Any Problem”. Emotional problem solving is a big topic for middle schoolers, as they are often faced with emotional challenges they’ve never had before and have few skills to manage. This DBT skill has multiple benefits - as a template for dealing with any problem, and also as a reminder that we do have something we can manage when we feel out of control! https://youtu.be/d8w1ggPbflE
K-5th graders: “Ocean Breathing”. This video is an introduction to guided imagery and mindful breathing all in one - this is a tool kids can use for life. https://youtu.be/48Qvw45XSvg
6-12th graders: “The Comfort Box” . This is a lesson in “Open Focus” and “Focusing Away” in times of distress. It includes a fun art activity that can be done in a variety of ways! https://youtu.be/Kg4Rr1a-v2k
Websites for Mental Wellness
https://insighttimer.com/ - I have always loved this app/website. You can scroll through and choose through a huge list of topics and find a guided imagery video of any length that you want! There are thousands of facilitators and they are reviewed by we users. They even have a section devoted to support for feelings associated with the Coronavirus. Great for parents!
https://www.apa.org/topics/ - this is an old trusted friend! It’s PACKED with anything and everything psychology, with wonderful articles, resources and information. I often start here when researching hard-core science or new topics in the field.
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us - if looking for an outside therapist or psychiatrist seems like a daunting task (you’re not alone on this one), this is an excellent resource. You can narrow your search down by location, population or issue you need support for. Plus, there are some decent articles to browse through as well.
Please visit our Charter “Mind and Body” page for more local resources, clinicians and programs for mental health!
The California Department of Social Services is supporting Parents Anonymous in the launch of the new California Parent and Youth Helpline, which provides support and resource referrals to parent and youth during the current COVID-19 pandemic.
The California Parent and Youth Helpline provides support and resource referrals to parent and youth during the current COVID-19 pandemic, 7-days a week from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Call or text 1-855-4APARENT (855-427-2736) for services in English, Spanish and other languages.
For more information, please visit: https://caparentyouthhelpline.org/