North Fulton Mental Health Collaborative

Back To School: Mental Health & Well-Being

Thursday, August 25th, 10:00-11:30AM

Alpharetta First United Methodist Church

69 N Main Street, Alpharetta, GA 30009

As students return to school this month, it is important to consider their social and emotional well-being. As a community, how can we be a resource to students, parents, and school personnel in addressing the mental health needs of our children and adolescents? 

Join us for a panel discussion and networking opportunity featuring local community organizations, public and private school representatives, mental health care providers, and more!

Panelists:

• Kibbey Crumbley, EdD - Zone 7 Superintendent - Fulton County Schools
• Lori Davis - Counseling Chair, Professional School Counselor, College Counselor – Greater Atlanta Christian School
• J. Scott Farr, MEd - Coordinator of Elementary School Counseling - Fulton County Schools
• Shamona Harrell, MEd - Coordinator of Secondary School Counseling - Fulton County Schools
• Felicia Moutry, PhD - Clinical Program Manager Of School-Based Counseling, Licensed Professional Counselor – Summit Counseling Center
• Brittney Walters, MSW - Vice President of School-Based Health, Licensed Clinical Social Worker – Chris 180

Join us THIS Saturday and enjoy the comedy of Jon Reep on the green at Crabapple Market!

Laugh the night away and savor local food and drinks while supporting the Summit and other amazing local non-profit organizations.

Fall K-12 Groups @ The Summit

As a parent, you want what is best for your child, but it is not always easy to know what type of support they need. Fall groups are a great opportunity for students to work on social and emotional skills, while also building connectedness, communicating with others, and honing social skills in a group setting.

Upcoming Groups:

• Elementary School Social Skills 
• Elementary School Anxiety Monsters
• Middle School Social Skills
• High School Anxiety

Terresha Anthony, MSW

Licensed Master Social Worker

Staff Associate Therapist

Terresha believes lasting change happens when people feel seen, understood, and empowered. Her approach to therapy is person-centered, assisting others in seeing their strength and power to make changes in their lives. Terresha also believes in a holistic model of healing that includes the mind, body, soul, and connection with others. Therefore, when requested, she integrates spirituality into the treatment process. Terresha always provides trauma-informed care that is sensitive to the experiences of all those seeking therapy. She is also trained in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, a treatment modality for children.

Nehemiah McClendon, MA

Nationally Certified Counselor

Staff Associate Therapist

Nehemiah is an innovative, energetic therapist who works to empower his clients by helping them discover “self” through their personal strengths. Nehemiah works from an integrated humanistic cognitive approach where he features multiculturalism and creative arts to connect with his clients. Nehemiah utilizes evidence-based practices to help clients work through severe trauma and emotional dysregulation. He is passionate about working with adolescents and teenagers specializing in the areas of anxiety, depression, self-esteem, emotional regulation, suicide ideation, peer pressure, family conflict, grief and loss, and ADHD.

Every parent has been there: You start with what seems like a simple request or question, and then, suddenly, you are in a screaming match with your child. How did it escalate to this?

Take a Free Mental Health Screening

Behavioral health – which includes mental health, substance use, and more – is a key part of your overall well-being. Brief screenings are the quickest way to determine if you or someone you care about should connect with a behavioral health professional. This program is completely anonymous and confidential, and immediately following the brief questionnaire you will see your results, recommendations, and key resources.