How to Support Students Facing Academic Pressure & Stress

by Alyssa Kiss, MA, LAPC



As we approach fall, school begins picking up and the weight of different responsibilities can begin to feel overwhelming. Many of our students deal with high levels of school anxiety and academic stress. They are being asked to juggle college level classes, extracurricular activities, sports, clubs, and full social lives. All these things combined can increase anxiety disorders and depression in middle and high school students. This blog will seek to provide helpful information on warning signs of anxiety and depression in your students and ways to help address academic stress.

3rd Annual Jingle Jog & Nutcracker Brunch



Morning of Sunday, December 3rd

@ The Hotel at Avalon

9000 Avalon Blvd, Alpharetta

Save the date! Enjoy an interactive and Christmas cheer-filled stroll with activities along the Boulevard at Avalon, including Holiday Brunch and a mini Nutcracker ballet performance at The Hotel at Avalon. Families can choose which events they would like to attend, or join us for all. Proceeds from the event benefit The Summit’s mission!

Sarah Mixson, M.S.W.

Licensed Master Social Worker

Staff Associate Therapist

Sarah’s passion includes working with children, adolescents, and adults suffering from anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, and substance use. Sarah brings a person-centered approach to her therapy services, working collaboratively with clients to highlight their personal strengths and values. Sarah utilizes a combination of cognitive behavioral, solution-focused, and person-centered interventions in accordance with what works best for her clients. She aims to create a safe and supportive space for her clients in order to help them reach their goals.

Positive Discipline Parenting Workshop

Thursday, November 9th

10:00 – 11:00 AM

Cost: Free

Virtual Event via Zoom

All parents want to feel good about how they interact with their children – even when discipline is involved. Join us for a discussion covering strategies to increase parent confidence when setting limits and increasing your child’s overall cooperation with rules and expectations!

Supporting Kids and Teens with Depression & Anxiety

Friday, November 10th

2:00 - 3:00 PM

Cost: Free

Virtual Event via Zoom

Join us to better understand the subtle signs of anxiety and depression in kids and teens, enabling you to provide the crucial support and guidance youth need for their emotional well-being.

Save The Date: 9th Annual Summit Gala

Evening of Saturday, February 24th

@ Hotel at Avalon

Each year, hundreds of community leaders and Summit supporters gather to celebrate and reflect on how far The Summit has come over the previous year, share the joy and generosity of our community, and express our continued commitment to supporting mental wellness. We invite you to join us on this night to remember!

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.

Think of these as a checkup from your neck up! This program is completely anonymous and confidential, and immediately following the brief questionnaire you will see your results, recommendations, and key resources.