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Satellite School Psychotherapy: Supporting Student Mental Health
Every school has students who are struggling, yet schools often lack the resources to provide the mental health support they need. Ohel’s Satellite School Psychotherapy program brings highly trained therapists directly into New York City schools, making care accessible, convenient, and effective for students and their families.
Why School-Based Therapy Matters
Parents and guardians are often balancing countless responsibilities, making it difficult to find and access therapy for their child. By integrating mental health care into schools, we ensure that students receive the support they need right where they are—every day. This removes barriers to care, allowing students to thrive emotionally, socially, and academically.
The Benefits of School-Based Therapy
As an extension of Ohel’s renowned psychiatric clinic, our Satellite School Psychotherapy program places licensed, highly trained therapists in participating schools. This unique approach allows for seamless collaboration with school staff, including principals, teachers, and speech or occupational therapists. The result? A more comprehensive and holistic support system for students.
Therapists provide expert care for:
- Anxiety and stress management
- Social challenges and bullying
- Behavioral concerns
- Family conflicts and transitions
Access to a Wider Network of Care
With parental consent, teachers can refer students to the Satellite School Psychotherapy program, ensuring that children receive personalized, compassionate care. Additionally, as part of the Ohel family, students have access to a broad range of mental health services.
If, during therapy, medication is recommended, families can be quickly connected to trusted psychiatrists at Ohel’s clinic—bypassing long wait times and making high-quality psychiatric care more accessible.
“It can be difficult to access quality psychiatry easily and affordably,” says Yehoshua Fleisher, Director of Outpatient Mental Health Programs. “Our program bridges that gap while ensuring children receive the right support at the right time.”
Immediate Support During School Crises
When a school faces tragedy—such as the loss of a student or school-based violence—an on-site therapist is uniquely positioned to provide immediate, compassionate support to both students and staff.
If the situation requires a broader trauma response, Ohel’s expert trauma team steps in, working hand-in-hand with the school’s therapist to provide personalized care and ongoing emotional support.
Ohel’s Commitment to Excellence
Our Satellite School Psychotherapy program reflects Ohel’s mission to meet people where they are and provide the highest level of mental health care. What sets us apart? The expertise, supervision, and training we invest in our clinicians, ensuring that students receive the best possible therapy.
“What makes this program unique is the high level of support our clinicians receive,” says Fleisher. “We are deeply committed to making sure children receive the best possible therapy and care.”
Insurance Information
Ohel’s Satellite School Psychotherapy program accepts most major insurance companies as well as a Medicaid.
Bring Expert Mental Health Care to Your School
Ohel’s Satellite School Psychotherapy program provides schools with on-site, expert mental health care to help students overcome challenges and thrive.