Welcome

As we head into summer break, we recognize that the shift away from daily routines can bring new challenges for some students. SMUHSD remains committed to supporting equitable access to mental health care for all students and families.

Limited Wellness support will be available from June 5 through July 10, Monday–Friday, from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

• For non-urgent support, students can complete this Google Form to request an appointment with a Wellness Counselor.

• For urgent needs or immediate safety concerns, please call 911 or visit the crisis resources below for additional support services available in the community.

In addition, Care Solace is an online no cost resource with a live 24/7 concierge meant to assist students and families in finding local mental health-related programs and counseling services. Students and their families can access Care Solace services by contacting the Wellness team or:

• Call (888) 515-0595 to speak with someone from your Concierge team

Representatives are standing by to take your call or email 24/7

• Visit www.caresolace.com/smuhsdfamilies
   

Wishing you all a safe, healthy, and restful summer!

The Peninsula High School Wellness Program provides prevention and short-term intervention for all students facing social and emotional challenges that impact academic performance, attendance, and behavior at school. In a safe and supportive environment students can meet with a wellness counselor to discuss a variety of complex issues such as stress, trauma, suicide, depression, bullying, grief, self-esteem, family life, drug and alcohol use, relationships and gender identity and LGBTQ+.

Students can learn positive, lifelong habits that contribute to their well-being and success. The Wellness Program provides short-term (up to 12 sessions) individual, group and/or drop-in support in a confidential, non-judgmental space staffed with therapists who are dedicated to improving the health, well-being and educational outcomes of all students.

Students: Any student can come in for support during drop in hours. Please let your teacher know you want to come see Miss Lara L. Montoya, MS, LMFT at the Wellness Center and have them write you a pass. 

Parents: Talk with your student's school counselor as the first step to accessing wellness services or come in during drop-in hours.

Lara L. Montoya, MS, LMFT #124095
Wellness Counselor
650-558-2435  

Hilda Villanueva, M.S., LMFT
Mental Health Therapist
650-558-2476

If this is a medical, mental health or immigration related emergency, please contact the following sources immediately:   

Crisis Resources:

• StarVista 24/7 Crisis Hotline: 650-579-0350
• StarVista Teen Crisis Services (Monday - Thursday, 4:30 - 9:30 p.m. PST)
  • Teen Chat: www.sanmateocrisis.org 
  • Teen Text Line: 650-747-6463
• Crisis Text Line: text "home" to 741-741
• Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: 988
• StopIt Anonymous Reporting Tool
• National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233, www.thehotline.org/
• Faith in Action Bay Area (Immigration Support): In San Mateo County, report ICE activity and send help to those impacted: 203-666-4472
  • Redwood City Office Phone: 650-592-9181
  • Address: 1780 Broadway Street, Redwood City, CA 94063
  • Email: fiaba@faithinactionba.org
• 911 or visit your nearest hospital emergency room if you can get there safely

Parent Resources:

• The TALK Line: 415-441-KIDS

Community Resources:

• Care Solace is an online no-cost resource with a live 24/7 concierge meant to assist students and families in finding local mental health-related programs and counseling services (with or without insurance). Students and their families can access Care Solace services by contacting the summer Wellness team or:
  • Call 888-515-0595 to speak with someone from your Concierge team
  • Visit www.caresolace.com/smuhsdfamilies

• allcove San Mateo (Open as of January 22, 2024)
  • allcove is a space for youth to find community, support, advice or take a moment of pause
  • Services Offered: Mental Health, Physical Health, Substance Use, Peer Support, Family Support, Supported Education and Employment
  • Hours of Operation:
    • Mon/Tues/Thurs/Friday: 1 - 7 p.m.
    • Saturday: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
    • Closed Wednesdays and Sunday
  • Location: 2600 S. El Camino Real, Suite 300, San Mateo, CA 94403
  • Phone: 650-226-7030
  • Email: allcovesanmateo@peninsulahealthcaredistrict.org
     
• Rape Trauma Services 24-hour hotline: 650-692-7273
   
• CORA (Community Overcoming Relationship Abuse): 24-hour hotline: 1-800-300-1080
   
• Kara: Grief Support Services
  • Call 650-321-5272 | Submit Online Form | En Español
     
• Trevor Project (LGBTQIA+ youth): 24 hour hotline: 1-866-488-7386
   
• Gender Spectrum (Gender non-conforming youth)
   
• Immigrants Rising