Mental Health Matters: Recognize and Respond- MASCA's newest microcredential
MASCA has partnered with Walker Solutions to offer our very first microcredential focused on mental health. Join us for this exciting series of workshops starting on October 8.
As student mental health needs continue to grow, school counselors play a critical role in identifying concerns, providing support, and fostering student well-being. This microcredential equips counselors with the knowledge, confidence, and practical intervention strategies needed to effectively support students experiencing social, emotional, and behavioral challenges.
Participants will explore evidence-informed, school-based approaches to identifying and addressing student mental health concerns, delivering appropriate counseling and intervention services, and collaborating with school teams to promote positive outcomes.
Through real-world case studies, collaborative discussions, and guided reflection, counselors will strengthen their clinical decision-making skills and develop a toolkit of practical, ready-to-use strategies for supporting students across a range of needs. Participants will leave with actionable tools, enhanced confidence, and a deeper understanding of how to address student mental health needs within the unique context of schools.
See below for the dates and topics of this 8-part series. All sessions will held on Thursdays from 10:30-11:45 AM, will be held via zoom and will be recorded to view later if you are not able to attend live. Kelsey Taylor, LMHC, Senior Consultant and Trainer, will be facilitating the series. Kelsey is a seasoned child and family therapist, supervisor, trainer, and administrator with 19 years of experience working in child welfare, juvenile justice, mental health, and school systems. She is skilled in program development and system implementation for trauma informed care and evidenced-based practices and treatments. Kelsey is passionate about developing the knowledge and skills of paraprofessionals, educators, and clinicians to support youth with a wide range of social, cultural, mental health, and behavioral presentations through training, consultation, and supervision.
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Topic
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10/8/26
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Structuring Counseling Services for Predictability and Impact
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11/5/26
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Case Formulation and Mental Status Assessment
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12/3/26
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Trauma-Informed Counseling Practices
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1/7/27
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Supporting Students Experiencing Depression
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2/4/27
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Supporting Students Experiencing Anxiety
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3/4/27
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Externalizing Behaviors and De-escalation
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4/1/27
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Risk Assessment, Harm and Safety
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5/6/26
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Counselor Wellness and Sustainability
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10 CEs registration: $100.
You must register for the event separately.
