MHS Staff and Student Wellness
YOUR MENTAL HEALTH MATTERS
YOUR MENTAL HEALTH MATTERS
💬 YOU DON'T HAVE TO BE IN CRISIS TO TALK TO US
⭐Desiree Garcia
📧 desiree.garcia@mesd.us Ext.5908
⭐Ruth Gallegos
📧ruth.gallegos@mesd.us - Ext. 5913
⭐Zackery Herrera
📧zackery.herrera@mesd.us - Ext. 5954
🧠 WHAT SCHOOL MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELORS & SOCIAL WORKERS DO:🧠
We listen. We support. We help. A safe, supportive, welcoming place to talk about what you're going through:
Stress, anxiety, or feeling overwhelmed
Family, friendship, or relationship problems
Grief, loss, or major life changes
Feeling sad, angry, lonely, or stuck
School attendance, motivation, or getting work done
Conflict or difficult situations
Building coping and problem-solving skills
Self-esteem and confidence
Connecting students and families with resources
Finding additional support when needed
You don't have to figure everything out alone. School, family, friendships, work, sports, graduation it's a lot. Sometimes you just need someone to talk to.
🌱 HOW TALKING TO US CAN HELP
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YOUR WELLNESS
Understand feelings, manage stress, and develop healthy coping skills.
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YOUR SCHOOL SUCCESS
Feel supported, improve focus, attendance, motivation, and learning.
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YOUR RELATIONSHIPS
Work through conflict, communicate, and set healthy boundaries.
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YOUR FUTURE
Problem-solve, make decisions, build confidence, connect with resources.
🌿 WHAT IS SEL? Social & Emotional Learning
Skills that help you understand yourself, manage emotions, handle stress, build relationships, understand others, and make responsible decisions — at school, at home, at work, and throughout your life.
YOU ARE NOT A PROBLEM TO FIX.
YOU ARE A PERSON WORTH SUPPORTING.