School-Based Services

Who we help

• Elementary Students
• Middle School Students
• High School Students
• School Staff
• Families

Treatment approaches

• On-Site Individual Therapy
• TraumaPlay™
• EMDR
• ERP (Exposure & Response Prevention)
• Staff Training & Workshops
• Collaborative Care with Teachers

Bringing Therapy to the Classroom

Many children struggle to access mental health services outside of school due to transportation, scheduling, or financial barriers. Our school-based program removes those obstacles by bringing trained therapists directly into the school building. Students receive therapy during the school day in a private, comfortable setting — no missed appointments, no long drives, and no stigma.

How Our Program Works

Our therapists are embedded within partner schools across Delaware, becoming a trusted part of the school community. Here's how the process works:

• Schools partner with CCD to identify students who may benefit from mental health support
• Parents or guardians provide consent and complete intake paperwork through the school counselor
• A CCD therapist meets with the student regularly during the school day
• Therapists collaborate with teachers, counselors, and parents to create a comprehensive support plan
• Progress is tracked and shared with families to ensure meaningful outcomes

What We Address in Schools

Our school-based therapists are trained to help students with a wide range of emotional and behavioral concerns that impact their ability to learn and thrive.

• Anxiety and excessive worry that interferes with classroom participation
• Depression, sadness, or withdrawal from peers and activities
• Trauma from adverse childhood experiences (ACEs)
• Behavioral challenges including tantrums, aggression, and defiance
• Social difficulties and trouble making or keeping friends
• Grief and loss from family changes, death, or other transitions
• Low self-esteem and lack of confidence
• ADHD-related emotional dysregulation

Training & Support for School Staff

Beyond direct student care, CCD provides training and workshops for school staff to help them understand and meet students' mental health needs. Our professional development sessions equip teachers, counselors, and administrators with practical tools to recognize signs of distress, create trauma-informed classrooms, and support students' emotional well-being throughout the school day.

Partnership with Families

We believe the best outcomes happen when school and home work together. Our therapists maintain open communication with parents and guardians, providing regular updates on progress and offering guidance on how to reinforce therapeutic gains at home. Family sessions can be arranged to strengthen the support system around each child.

Our Reach Across Delaware

CCD partners with schools throughout the state, including districts in Newark, Wilmington, Dover, Milford, and the Christina School District. Whether your child's school already partners with us or you'd like to explore bringing our services to your school, we're ready to help. Contact us to learn more about our current school partnerships and how to get started.

Symptoms and conditions we treat

• School anxiety
• Behavioral challenges
• Social difficulties
• Trauma responses
• Emotional outbursts
• Withdrawal
• Low academic performance
• Grief & loss

Frequently asked questions

How do I get my child started with school-based services?

Contact your child's school counselor to request CCD's school-based therapy services. The counselor will provide the necessary paperwork and consent forms. Once completed, a CCD therapist will be assigned to work with your child during the school day.

Does my child miss class for therapy sessions?

Sessions are carefully scheduled to minimize classroom disruption. Our therapists work with teachers to find optimal times, and sessions typically last 30-45 minutes. Most schools find that students perform better academically after receiving mental health support.

Is school-based therapy covered by insurance?

Yes, we accept most major insurance plans, including Aetna, Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield of Delaware, Health Options, Delaware First Health (Centene), and Delaware Medicaid. We work with families to verify coverage and minimize out-of-pocket costs.

What if my child's school doesn't partner with CCD?

We're always expanding our school partnerships across Delaware. Contact us at (302) 292-1334 to discuss bringing CCD services to your child's school, or explore our office-based and telehealth therapy options as alternatives.

Will my child's teachers know about the therapy?

Confidentiality is a priority. Teachers are only informed that your child is receiving support services, not the details of therapy sessions. With your permission, our therapists may collaborate with teachers on general strategies to support your child in the classroom.

What ages do you serve in schools?

We provide school-based services to students from elementary through high school. Our therapists are trained to work with children and teens of all ages, adapting their approach to be developmentally appropriate for each student.

Locations

We provide school-based services through telehealth, our Newark office, and school-based programs throughout Delaware.

• Newark, DE
• Wilmington, DE
• Dover, DE
• Middletown, DE
• Milford, DE
• Seaford, DE
• Georgetown, DE
• Sussex County, DE

Get started

We accept most Delaware Medicaid plans, Aetna, and Highmark. To get started, complete new client paperwork at ccddelaware.com or call the office at (302) 292-1334.