For questions or information on the Ulster County School Support Team Program contact:
Kayla Malloy
Director of Community Based Clinical Services Program
518-242-4731 x225
What We Do
In January 2023, LaSalle School launched the Ulster School-Based Mental Health Program to deliver comprehensive clinical and case management services to students referred by every middle school in Ulster County. Each participating school district may refer up to 10 students into the program, with all referrals coming directly from the districts.
Services are tailored to meet the unique needs of youth and their families and are delivered in the home, school, or community. This flexible model eliminates many of the traditional barriers to accessing mental health care.
The program addresses a wide range of needs, including:
Complex mental health and/or substance use challenges
Behavioral concerns at school, at home, or in the community
Suspected or diagnosed intellectual/developmental disabilities
School refusal and academic struggles
Family conflict and therapy needs
Peer conflict and social challenges
Trauma-related experiences
Histories of problematic sexual behavior (both victimization and acting out), as well as fire-setting
Risk factors tied to social determinants of health
How We Do It
Every youth referred is matched with a dedicated support team consisting of a therapist and a case manager.
Services offered include:
Individual Therapy
Family Therapy and Support
Group Counseling
Case Management
Crisis Response
School Coordination and Support
Referrals to community-based resources
All services are provided at no cost to the youth or family. No formal diagnosis or insurance is required for participation, and enrollment in the program is voluntary.
Support is typically provided over 4 to 6 months, with flexibility to extend based on the individual needs of the youth and family. Services continue year-round, including through the summer, to ensure consistent support and preparation for the upcoming school year.
The program emphasizes close communication with referring schools and provides linkages to long-term community services and supports to help ensure sustained progress and success.
