Identifying students whose needs may go unnoticed for years
ADHD, anxiety, autism, and related patterns that are easy to miss when students are coping quietly or compensating well.
School Services
School-Based Mental Health and Behavioral Support
Supporting schools across Indiana, Illinois, Texas, and Minnesota.
This work is designed for administrators, special education teams, staff, students, and families who need support that is grounded in school reality rather than generic clinical language.
Who I Work With
- School leaders and administrators
- Special education and student support teams
- Students needing Tier 2 or Tier 3 support
- Teachers, staff, and families navigating complex cases
Services
Understanding behavior by looking at what is driving it
Function-based behavioral insight and support rather than surface-level management alone.
Supporting executive functioning skills
Organization, follow-through, and task initiation support often tied to ADHD and learning or attention challenges.
Providing individual therapy tailored to student needs within the school setting
Aligned with Tier 3 support for students needing individualized intervention.
Running small groups for common challenges
Anxiety, social skills, and emotional regulation groups aligned with Tier 2 support.
Supporting students who experience frequent escalations or crises
High-need behavioral and emotional support for students who need more stability and clearer intervention planning.
Helping address attendance challenges and school avoidance
Often associated with anxiety, depression, or school-related stress.
Supporting teachers and staff with burnout, classroom challenges, and consultation
Staff wellness and retention support that acknowledges the pressure schools are already carrying.
Helping schools communicate effectively with families
Especially useful in complex situations where alignment and trust have started to erode.
Providing Spanish-speaking services
Supporting diverse families with clearer access and stronger communication.
Assessing and strengthening school culture and emotional climate
Support for the broader environment students and staff move through every day.
Building student confidence, resilience, and emotional skills
Helping students function better both academically and socially over time.
Access and coordination
School-based support depends on a workable plan
Services for children ages 6-11 may be available when the school can arrange for sessions to take place in person. School-based therapy is not available at every school, and the school must agree to the setting, schedule, and logistics. Learn about child therapy in Northwest Indiana.
Students ages 11 and older may be able to attend telehealth from school when staff can provide a private, secure space with reliable internet. With an appropriate release of information, I can communicate with school staff, pediatricians, and other providers about relevant treatment needs and helpful strategies.
For school avoidance, the family and school also need a practical plan for getting the student into the building and to appointments. Good intentions alone do not solve that logistical barrier.
Read the school and care-coordination FAQsInsurance can make ongoing therapy more accessible
Karos Counseling accepts eligible commercial insurance and Medicaid plans depending on the client's state and specific plan. Families can review current options before scheduling.
View Rates & InsuranceLooking to refer an individual student?
Schools sometimes identify a student who may benefit from outpatient therapy beyond the supports available during the school day. Our referral guide explains fit, access, family next steps, and school coordination with appropriate consent.
View the Student Referral ProcessMTSS-Aligned Support
Tier 1: School-wide guidance around emotional climate, culture, and preventive support.
Tier 2: Targeted groups and interventions for common concerns like anxiety, social skills, and regulation.
Tier 3: Individualized therapy and intensive support for students with higher needs.
Outcomes
- Earlier identification of students who are otherwise easy to miss
- Stronger follow-through around behavior, attendance, and support planning
- Better alignment between staff, students, and families
- More resilient students and more sustainable support systems
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this only for special education teams?
No. The work can support administrators, general education staff, special education teams, students, and families.
Can support fit within MTSS?
Yes. Services can align with Tier 1, Tier 2, and Tier 3 depending on the level of need.
Do you also offer individual therapy outside school partnerships?
How do schools get started?
Start with a conversation about the setting, current needs, and what kind of support would be most useful.
Can a school refer a student for individual therapy?
Yes. School staff can share Karos Counseling information with a family or contact Karos Counseling with general referral questions. A parent/guardian or eligible client completes the consultation and intake process.
Can families use insurance for individual therapy?
Eligible commercial insurance and Medicaid plans may be accepted depending on the client's state and specific plan. Review Rates & Insurance.
Can you coordinate with school staff?
With appropriate authorization, care coordination may include communication with school counselors, social workers, psychologists, administrators, or other relevant supports. Confidential treatment information is not automatically shared.
Need a student referral pathway?
View the Student Referral Process for families and school personnel.
Start with the problem you need solved
Whether the issue is behavior, attendance, executive functioning, emotional regulation, or staff support, the work should fit the school context and reduce friction for the people carrying it.
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