Ending the Stigma with Provident Behavioral Health & Team Jakey | Youth Mental Health, School Support & The Children’s Service Fund

Join Logan Janis, Sam "The Sleeper" Zeller hosts of Mostly Superheroes the Podcast as they welcome two guests from Provident Behavioral Health: Ashley Wilkinson, Clinical Site Supervisor; and Alexandria Ward, School-Based Site Supervisor).

In this critical and honest conversation, we discuss the urgent need for accessible mental health care for youth in St. Louis and St. Louis County, what Provident is doing to expand its school-based programs, and how Team Jakey's fundraising efforts are making a real difference in suicide prevention.

This episode is a must-listen for parents, educators, and anyone interested in understanding the current landscape of youth mental health care and accessibility in our community.

In this Episode, We Cover:

• Provident's mission for accessibility and their expansion into school districts like Hazelwood and Jefferson County.

• How the Children's Service Fund (CSrF) makes therapy and psychiatric services free or affordable for families.

• The role of Behavioral Health Intervention Specialists (BHIS) and how they provide real-time clinical support and preventative care in schools.

• The challenges faced by youth, from everyday bullying to serious issues like suicidal ideation in elementary school.

• The importance of "wraparound care" and seamless collaboration between therapists, schools, and families to eliminate barriers.

Resources & Links:

• Provident Behavioral Health: providentstl.org

• Team Jakey (Suicide Prevention): teamjakey.org

• St. Louis County Children's Service Fund: stlcsf.org

• 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Call or text 988 (or visit 988lifeline.org)

• Mostly Superheroes Podcast: mostlysuperheroes.com