Each youth is seen and assessed by a therapist on the mental health team while detained at the LCYSC.
Upon intake, every youth is assessed for safety concerns, including suicidal ideation, self-harm, history of mental health, and coping skills. Each youth has an individualized plan for being seen by the therapists based on history, behaviors while detained, observations, and requests by the youth and legal guardian. The therapists also participate in programming with the youth and collaborate closely with other professionals in the facility such as:
- Administration
- Education
- Medical
- Staff
- Supervisors
Therapists
Therapists assist in managing crisis, provide coping strategies, process court and placement options, and provide the youth with overall support while detained.