Student Resources

Student Resource Page

You Think You or a Friend May Need Help:

Asking questions or asking for help is a courageous step. Start with visiting the office of your school counselor or social worker. They can talk with you about your concerns and the type of support you or your friend needs. School staff can provide supportive counseling, help with referrals to School Based Mental Health, as well as provide community resources. See the links below to locate staff at your school.

School Counselors, School Social Workers and School Psychologists

Trusted Websites: SAMHSA, The Trevor Project, BC2M , NAMI, CDC

Support Groups:

Finding help in a safe space while sharing personal experiences and feelings, learn new coping strategies and exchange support and encouragement.

Greensboro Area Support Group

When you call the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, you'll be routed to a local crisis center or national network based on your phone's area code and selections. You'll first hear an automaed message with options and then some hold music while you;re connected to a counselor. The counselor will introduce themsleves, ask if you're safe, and then listen to you. They'll try to understand how your problem is affecting you, provide support, and offer resources if needed.

High School Mental Health Awareness Clubs:

Bring Change to Mind (BC2M): Club for high school students to end the stigma surrounding mental illness. BC2M is being piloted in a few Guilford County Schools in 2024-2025. . Bring Change to Mind Website

Want to Start a Club in Your School? Starting a NAMI Mental Health Club at your school can be a good resource.

Teen Toolkit

Is it More Than a Bad Day?

Check out this website from Active Minds for more information about feelings and your mental health : Active Minds

How to Talk About Mental Health

Whether you have concerns about a friend or need to discuss your own mental health with others, these conversation starters may be helpful: Talking Tools