Balaklava High School
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14 Gwy Terrace
Balaklava SA 5461
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Email: dl.0769.info@schools.sa.edu.au
Phone: 08 8862 0600
Fax: 08 8862 0650

SCHOOL MENTAL HEALTH SERVICE WELLBEING PRACTIONER

Kellie van Elk, our School Mental Health Practitioner has extensive experience in supporting young adults who may be experiencing mild to moderate mental health problems. This service is designed to intervene early in the development of more serious mental health concerns and can provide the following support

  • assessing student mental health needs and concerns 
  • supporting students to develop strategies to manage distress and maintain their mental health 
  • contributing to referral and case management processes for students with more complex mental health presentations 
  • supporting referrals and linking to external support services as required 
  • developing the mental health literacy of school communities
  • Supporting families and carers 

No Mental Health care Plan needed and no GP appointment required. If you would like to know more or have your child access this service, please contact Kimberly Walker to discuss a referral.