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It is our goal to assist youth to remain in their homes, schools, and communities by addressing their individual mental health needs in the least restrictive environment, accomplished by various treatment interventions in the context of safe, trusting and nurturing relationships.
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CTSS is a counseling program offered in the school, for students with emotional/behavioral difficulties that prevent them from learning in a traditional classroom setting.
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School based Children's Therapeutic Support Services, or CTSS, is a counseling program consisting of skill training, counseling, and therapy for students with emotional/behavioral difficulties. A diagnostic assessment will be completed which will determine needed services, such as:
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Diagnostic Assessments |
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Individual Skills Training |
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Group Therapy |
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Group Skills Training |
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Individual Therapy |
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Family Skills Training |
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Family Therapy |
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Crisis Assistance |
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An individualized treatment plan is developed for the student and family, which is culturally
sensitive and addresses family concerns. The goals set within the treatment plan are measured
for success and once the child reaches consistency in completing these goals, they then
graduate from the program.
The individual and group therapy and/or skills training are provided during the school day, while the family contacts may be held in the school or home outside of regular treatment
hours.
Commitment by the parent(s) for these services is required to ensure that parents are informed of their child’s academic and treatment progress.
Transition plans are developed individually based on the student's needs.
During the summer we also have a program for students to participate in groups, independent
living skills, and fun field trips!
The program provides a safe and nurturing environment where the student can examine their difficulties and make corrective changes. Skills are taught in: |
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Anger Control |
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Independent Living |
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Problem Solving |
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Conflict Resolution |
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Decision Making |
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Communication |
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Self-Esteem |
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Stress Reduction |
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The subject matter is introduced primarily through the modalities of skills training groups and/or group psychotherapy. The skills are then generalized and reinforced in the academic setting. The cooperative effort of the therapeutic and educational staff ensures that the student is both learning and using these skills. |
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An individualized treatment plan is developed for the student and family, which is culturally sensitive and addresses family concerns. The goals set within the treatment plan are measured for success and once the child reaches consistency in completing these goals, they then graduate from the program.
The individual and group therapy and/or skills training are provided during the school day, while the family contacts may be held in the school or home outside of regular treatment hours.
In-home CTSS services include: parent training, counseling, and working with family members to identify, find, or provide other necessary help. The goal is to prevent a child from being placed outside of the home.
In-Home CTSS is available in:
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Crow Wing County |
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Todd County |
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Morrison County |
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Cass County |
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Anyone may refer a student to a CTSS Program. The majority of referrals are made by county
mental health case managers, school administrators, academic case managers, and mental health professionals.
A referral form may be obtained by contacting any of the program coordinators.
Northern Pines CTSS services area available in
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Aitkin Schools |
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Brainerd Schools |
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Crosby Ironton Schools |
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Pequot Lakes Schools |
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Pillager Schools |
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Todd County Schools |
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Please visit this link http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CqSBWEjRggs to help promote good mental health for small children. One of my most heartwarming responses came from a colleague in Boston who works with juvenile offenders. He said that the video got him thinking and may change the way he works with some of the kids.
Thanks for your help. The babies can't click.
Terrie Rose, PhD, LP.
Baby's Space Founder & Executive Director & Ashoka Fellow
1042 18th Avenue Southeast, Minneapolis, MN 55414
612-414-3448 / Tatanka Academy 612-396-3180
Building academic and emotional success. |
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CTSS is a covered service under Medical Assistance and PMAP programs. Counties may have resources for payment for families they refer. Commercial insurance providers vary in their coverage of these services. |
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AITKIN SCHOOLS
Kris Blake, LICSW.................218-232-1282
BRAINERD SCHOOLS
Elementary Schools K-4
Shelly Richardson
MSW, LICSW..................218-454-6097
Forestview Middle School
Grades 5-6
Holly Line, LPCC...............218-454-6113
Grades 7-8
Kimberly Westaway
LICSW............................218-454-6097
Individual Therapy
Therese Meyer, MA..........218-454-6114
Brainerd Office.................218-829-3235
Brainerd High School
Grade 9-12
Keri Mauch LICSW............218-454-6369
Lincoln Education Center
Keri Mauch LICSW............218-454-6369
CROBY SCHOOLS
Kris Blake, LICSW............218-232-1282
PEQUOT LAKES SCHOOLS
Kari Vacinek, MSW...........218-568-9236
PILLAGER SCHOOLS
Bethany Nordby, LGSW....218-747-2141
Bernie Penner, LAMFT......218-820-4282
PINE RIVER SCHOOLS
Bernie Penner, LAMFT......218-820-4282
TODD COUNTY SCHOOL
BASED SERVICES
Kim Scearcy, LICSW.........218-251-5697
Clinical Supervisor
Fax...................................320-732-6581
Northern Pines
16 9th St SE
Long Prairie, MN 56437
MENTAL HEALTH BEHAVIOR
AIDE SERVICES
Susan Baldwin, MA...........612-599-3945
Rick Jackson, BA
MHBA Program Coordinator
IN-HOME & BIRTH TO 5 YEARS
ALL COUNTIES
Northern Pines, Brainerd
Pam Fore, LICSW.............218-851-5011
CHILDREN'S MENTAL HEALTH
CASE MANAGEMENT
Todd County
Northern Pines, Long Prairie
Terri Bailey BA..................320-732-6602
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