Did you know that mental health professionals from the Fairfax-Falls Church Community Services Board (CSB) are present in Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS)? Among the services offered for youth and families at the CSB, School-Based Teams are in select FCPS schools to enable students to attend behavioral health appointments with a therapist during the school day. A student or family may contact their student services staff (counselor, social worker or psychologist) to discuss eligibility for this service. Additionally, through the partnership between the CSB and FCPS, youth may access services through the Student Assistance Program (SAP).

In response to the continued need for support for those affected by opioid use, the CSB’s Youth Medication-Assisted Treatment (YMAT) program, previously only offered at the Sharon Bulova Center in Merrifield, recently expanded to include a clinic at the Gerry Hyland Government Center in South County. This program uses a medical approach to stabilize and treat individuals so they may lead active and sustainable lives.

Another exciting initiative launched over the summer is the availability to now access community-based behavioral health services for youth ages 5 to 18 and their families in more locations. These services are now available at three community centers throughout Fairfax County: Herndon Neighborhood Resource Center, Hybla Valley Community Center, and James Lee Community Center.

Healthy Minds and Healthy Families

Healthy Minds Fairfax is a supportive resource providing guidance, direction, and assistance to youth and their families who have specialized behavioral health needs. One unique free service coordinated through Healthy Minds is Family Support Partners. These are trained parents of teens or young adults with mental health issues who are experienced in navigating systems to access services. To contact Healthy Minds, you may email DFSHealthyMinds@fairfaxcounty.gov or call 703-324-7938.

Gear up for Back to School with Lifesaving and Supportive Trainings

The CSB’s Wellness Health Promotion and Prevention program provides regular trainings and presentations that educate and provide attendees with valuable tools that can be used to directly support youths in their lives. Additional information and upcoming training dates are available on the CSB website.

• Question, Persuade, and Refer – Suicide Prevention Training
• Talk. They hear you. – Underage Drinking Prevention Training
• Mental Health First Aid
• Opioid Overdose and Naloxone Education (REVIVE! Kit Training)
• Understanding Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) Training

Call the Fairfax-Falls Church Community Services Board (CSB) for guidance and behavioral health resources at 703-383-8500 (TTY 711). CSB Emergency Services are available 24/7 at 703-573-5679 (TTY 711).