For Providers: Mental Health Resources
The knowledge, recommendations, and guidance you share with families can create an important pivot point in a child’s life.
As a provider, you want the children and families in your care to flourish and thrive.
When you’re concerned about a child’s mental or behavioral health—or when a parent or guardian has shared their concerns—you may find yourself serving as the “gatekeeper” that can offer support and point parents and caregivers toward resources and, possibly, to mental health providers.
Whether you’re an educator, health provider, faith leader, or serving families and children in any other role, the knowledge, recommendations, and guidance you share with families can create an important pivot point in a child’s life. You can set a positive tone that can help lessen the all-too-common stigma and shame associated with getting mental health care. Here are resources to help you help families.
Resource page compiled by The American Psychological Association.
Comfort Container
Help children take a quiet moment alone and soothe themselves.
Hum Along to Sunny Days With Elmo and Friends
A video about the power of humming.
Mindful Caregivers
Practicing mindfulness is a great way to slow down and reset.
What Mental Health Specialists Want Parents to Know About Anxiety
An article for parents about childhood anxiety
When You’re Concerned About Your Child’s Mental Health
An article for parents concerned about children’s mental health.
Mental Health Resource and Support List for Parents
If you’re concerned about—or considering seeking professional support for—your child’s emotional well-being, there are lots of resources just for you.
Components of Community: Creating Social Connections to Address Mental Health