Counseling and Mental Health Services of the Coordinated School Health Model

The Texas Education Code (TEC) §38.351 (outside source) states that the Department of State Health Services (DSHS), in coordination with TEA and regional education service centers (ESCs), shall provide and annually update a list of recommended best practice-based programs for implementation in public elementary, junior high, middle, and high schools within the general education setting. DSHS, TEA, and each ESC is required to make the list easily accessible on their websites. For more information about the list of recommended programs and other resources, please visit the Mental Health and Behavioral Health web page.

Texas school districts provide services to improve students' mental, emotional, and social health. These services include individual and group assessments, interventions, and referrals. Organizational assessment and consultation skills of counselors and psychologists contribute to the health of students and the health of the school environment. Professionals such as certified school counselors, psychologists, and social workers provide these services. 

    School Guidance and Counseling is implemented by Professional School Counselors to reduce dropout rates, improve academic performance, and increase participation in postsecondary education.

      Mental Health Related Links

      The following links provide information about mental health:

      Suicide Prevention Related Links

      The following links provide information about suicide prevention:

      Suicide Prevention Resources

      The following resources are about suicide prevention:

      Contact Information

      Curriculum Division
      (512) 463-9581
      healthandsafety@tea.texas.gov