Business Details
17 Years
experience
Emergency
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Student Mental Health Services in Milpitas, CA
CASSY was founded in 2009 with a mission to destigmatize mental health services and make social-emotional support the norm in schools. As a nonprofit agency, we partner with Bay Area schools to provide free on-campus mental health services including individual and group counseling, crisis intervention, and proactive education programs. Our team of professional therapists works directly with students from kindergarten through high school, removing barriers like cost and transportation. With 97% of students showing progress toward clinical goals in the 2024-2025 school year, our evidence-based approach has supported over 5,000 students annually.We prioritize cultural competence through initiatives like our Spanish-language Latino Outreach program and maintain deep partnerships with school districts including Ravenswood, Milpitas USD, and Palo Alto USD. Our leadership team brings decades of experience in mental health, education, and nonprofit management to ensure quality service delivery and organizational growth.
Services
Individual Counseling
Group Therapy
Crisis Intervention
Parent Consultations
Staff Training
Mental Health Education
Peer Mediation
Special Education Support
Telehealth Services
Community Outreach
Details
- Year established: 2009
Highlights and features
- Free mental health services available directly on school campuses
- Established in 2009 with proven 97% student progress rate
- Specialized school-based therapy model with 12-session treatment framework
- Bilingual Spanish outreach program for Latino communities
- Comprehensive staff training on mental health crisis management
What people say
Changed my life
Helped control strong feelings
Provided consistent comfort
Excellent assistance in crisis
Became a point of light
Services
Individual Counseling
CASSY provides confidential on-campus individual counseling sessions for students facing emotional and behavioral challenges. Our licensed therapists work with K-12 students to address anxiety, depression, trauma, and academic stress through evidence-based approaches. Sessions occur during school hours with no cost to families, ensuring accessible mental health care that removes transportation and financial barriers.
Group Therapy
Structured group counseling sessions address common student challenges including Grief & Loss, Anger Management, Victims of Violence, and Social Skills Development. These peer-led sessions create safe spaces for students to share experiences while learning coping strategies. Groups meet weekly during school hours at partner campuses across the Bay Area.
Crisis Intervention
CASSY responds to school-wide crises like student deaths with immediate grief counseling and trauma support. Our team collaborates with school staff to identify affected students and provide targeted interventions. A 24/7 crisis line (988) ensures continuous access to mental health professionals during urgent situations.
Parent Consultations
Confidential parent consultations help families distinguish normal adolescent behavior from mental health concerns. Our therapists provide guidance on emotional challenges, coordinate referrals to external services, and offer culturally competent support through Spanish-language outreach programs for Latino families.
Staff Training
CASSY delivers mental health education workshops for educators covering Child Protective Services reporting, classroom crisis management, and early intervention strategies. These trainings equip school staff with tools to identify red flags and support student emotional wellness alongside academic success.
People
Mary Cheryl B. Gloner
Interim Executive Director
25+ years in community health leadership with expertise in strategic planning and equity initiatives. Former CEO of Project Safety Net, board member of Kids in Common and Asian Women Empowered, and SJSU adjunct faculty member.
James Dunhour
Director of Impact and Learning
Focuses on measuring organizational success and therapist development. Former therapist with expertise in youth mental health, combining clinical experience with technical skills in program development and data analysis.
Valerie Hamberry
Senior People Operations Manager
Manages HR operations including staffing, compensation, and employee relations. Brings positive energy to CASSY's team-focused culture while supporting therapists who serve over 5,000 students annually.
Kathy Granger
Director of Finance and Operations
20+ years of nonprofit board experience with expertise in financial management and mission-driven operations. Oversees CASSY's fiscal health while supporting Bay Area student mental health initiatives.
Jaime Chavarria
Clinical Program Manager
Leads clinical team development and school district partnerships. Passionate about school-based therapy with experience in program expansion and quality service delivery across diverse communities.
Questions
What mental health services does CASSY provide for students?
CASSY offers individual counseling, group therapy sessions (including Grief & Loss, Anger Management, and Social Skills Training), crisis intervention, and proactive mental health education programs tailored to grade levels.
How can students access CASSY's counseling services?
Students receive services directly on school campuses during school hours. All programs are free and available through partnerships with participating Bay Area school districts.
Does CASSY offer emergency mental health support?
Yes, CASSY provides crisis intervention for school-wide emergencies and maintains a 24/7 crisis line at 988 for urgent mental health needs.
What training does CASSY provide to school staff?
We offer mental health workshops covering CPS reporting requirements, classroom management of grief, red flag identification, and suicide prevention strategies for educators.
How does CASSY support diverse student populations?
Our culturally competent services include Spanish-language outreach programs, special education accommodations, and age-appropriate mental health education from 3rd grade through 11th grade.
