COVID-19 Closure Resources

Periods of uncertainty can be difficult for everyone. Please do not hesitate to reach out to me by email with any questions or concerns regarding your students.

slinkroum@lymecsd.org   

FREE Mental Health Counseling Hotline for NYS:  1-844-863-9314

New:  Managing Anxiety in an Anxiety-Provoking Situation-link below  

Feeling Stressed About Coronavirus (COVID-19)? Managing Anxiety in an Anxiety-Provoking Situation 

 Here are some links to help parents talk to their children about COVID-19:

-From the National Association of School Psychologists:

https://www.nasponline.org/resources-and-publications/resources-and-podcasts/school-climate-safety-and-crisis/health-crisis-resources/talking-to-children-about-covid-19-(coronavirus)-a-parent-resource

-From PBS Kids:

https://www.pbs.org/parents/thrive/how-to-talk-to-your-kids-about-coronavirus

-Tips for Caregivers From the National Association of School Psychologists:  

https://www.nasponline.org/resources-and-publications/resources-and-podcasts/school-climate-safety-and-crisis/mental-health-resources/care-for-caregivers-tips-for-families-and-educators

-Addressing Grief From the National Association of School Psychologists:

https://www.nasponline.org/resources-and-publications/resources-and-podcasts/school-climate-safety-and-crisis/mental-health-resources/addressing-grief

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline – 1-800-273-TALK (8255)

• If you or someone you know is suicidal or in emotional distress, contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. Trained crisis workers are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Your confidential and toll free call goes to the nearest crisis center in the Lifeline national network. These centers provide crisis counseling and mental health referrals.

SAMHSA’s National Helpline – 1-800-662-HELP (4357)/ 1-800-487-4889 (TDD)

• Free and confidential information in English and Spanish for individuals and family members facing substance abuse and mental health issues. 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Utilize the Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator.

Mindful Meditation can help students and adults with the anxiety they may be feeling. This is a practice I use frequently with my counseling students to help clear their minds and lessen anxiety.

For students to practice their mindful meditation at home via Youtube here are a few of my favorite 10 minute guided meditations:

Younger students: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bk_qU7l-fcU&feature=youtu.be

Older students: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZToicYcHIOU&feature=youtu.be

Older students:   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qs_Au2Aj9Kw&feature=youtu.be

For a list of therapists and psychologists/psychiatrists, please see the Counselors in our Area page