FAQ

What is TCHATT?

FREE access to a real-time multidisciplinary team of behavioral health experts, including social workers, and psychologists, as well as consultations with Mental Health Nurse Practitioners and Child Psychiatrists
Pre-crisis intervention for children with behavioral health concerns – intervening when children are experiencing acute mental health symptoms and preventing a decline and the need for more intense services
Assessment, brief intervention, and care coordination for through a telemedicine platform for students enrolled in your district
Services can occur through telemedicine to the school or to the student’s home

How does a student get referred to TCHATT?

School counselors submit referral information and obtain verbal consent from the parent or legal guardian via an electronic link – No printing required
TCHATT Team will reach out to the family to obtain consent and schedule an initial session
For sessions, students will need – smart phone, laptop, or PC, private space in their home or at school, an adult present in the home, or a counselor able to provide support for school settings

Which students can TCHATT serve?

Parents report concern that son stated, “I can’t do this anymore,” and he is now failing two classes. The same student’s friends showed a teacher a post on instagram where he posted, “I am so tired of everything” and they are worried, too.
Student has a history of aggression when ADHD is not well managed and is clearly off medication again and mom reports inability to get in for another appointment in the near future.
Parents are concerned that their daughter has been showing signs of depression and they have noticeable self-harm wounds on their arms.
Previously successful student is isolating themselves from friends and quit the volleyball team, parents are worried about drug use.

How do I contact TCHATT?