Mental Health Supports
Wildcats – your social, emotional and physical wellness is important to us. This page is a one-stop shop for mental health tools, resources and connections available at Arvada West High School and in the Jeffco community.
Suicide Prevention
Jeffco offers supports in suicide prevention and awareness.
Stress Management
Virtual Calm Room
Jeffco’s Virtual Calm Room provides students with tools and strategies to manage emotions and stress.
Executive Functioning
A set of mental skills that we use every day to learn, work and manage daily life.
Social Emotional Learning
SEL curriculum supports student growth through evidence-based social-emotional programming.
Mental Health Supports
Colorado Crisis Services
No Matter what you're going through, help is available. Call Colorado Crisis Services at 844-493-TALK (8255) or text TALK to 38255. They are available 24-7.
Jefferson Center for Mental Health
For 67 years we have provided high-quality mental and behavioral health care and counseling in multiple Colorado communities, one person or family at a time. Our exceptional health care services focus on assisting you with counseling, psychiatry, substance use disorders, and crisis.
I Matter
The I Matter program can connect you with a therapist for up to six free virtual counseling sessions (some in-person appointments available, too) that are completely confidential. Talking with someone can make you feel better. Note: guardian consent is not required for youth aged 12 and older.
Hazel Health
A virtual service connecting all enrolled Jeffco students with mental and physical health providers free of charge.
Hazel Health provides evidence-based, culturally responsive, on-demand integrated health care that youth access at home with a parent or guardian. Connect with Hazel to access unlimited:
- On-demand physical health support and assessment
- Scheduled appointments with licensed mental health counselors
- Access to follow-up and case management support for participating students, including appointment scheduling for in-person services, assistance navigating the healthcare system/Medicaid, coordination for ongoing counseling or psychiatric supports, and coordination with existing school supports.
Note: guardian consent is required to access services and insurance information may be gathered as part of ongoing health care.
Arvada West Articulation Supports
Mental Health Supports in Jeffco
Jeffco Public Schools is dedicated to promoting safe and supportive learning environments that increase mental health outcomes for all. Jeffco mental health professionals use a research-based approach to enhancing the coping skills and resiliency of our students, from prevention to intervention.
Jeffco strives to keep our students, staff, and families informed and engaged in discussions about various aspects of mental health affecting our community. Open conversations and shared understanding lead to better outcomes for students.
Together, we can make a positive impact on the well-being of our students and the entire community.