Today, children and families are experiencing higher levels of anxiety and stress. As a result, children are experiencing depression, confusion, frustration, loss, acting out, alcohol/drug abuse, and violence. The school is often the environment in which the child expresses his/her feelings. This leaves educators struggling with ways to balance the educational and emotional needs of their students.

Gestalt Associates recognizes the challenges facing school professionals and we work through our case manager to develop a close relationship to the school staff and administration.

 Our team of highly trained, caring professionals is committed to forming a partnership with schools to support, join, and develop effective, high quality treatment strategies unique to each family.  Our model is based on creating an atmosphere of safety and respect, which allows honest evaluation of one's choices and personal responsibilities.

The Needs of the Child

• A safe and confidential atmosphere to fully experience his or her life
• A trusting, supportive relationship that promotes understanding of experiences, feelings, needs and the impact of his or her behavior on other people and situations

• Involving the family system is paramount to treatment
• Helping family members understand how their behavior affects each other, what promotes change, and how to support the growth of the child and the family as a whole

• Define and implement the most effective treatment strategies
• Ongoing staff meetings promote communication, evaluation and refinement of treatment goals
• Develop partnerships with schools. Case management services link the support and communication essential to growth of the child and family.

WE ARE A COMMITTED PARTNER TO OUR SCHOOLS