Supporting Student Mental Health at School
Through California’s Children & Youth Behavioral Health Initiative (CYBHI), schools provide emotional wellness and behavioral health support to students safely, confidentially, and at no cost to families.
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OVERVIEW VIDEO BLOCK
Video Asset: County/COE Overview Video
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Schools offer behavioral health services to help students with stress, emotions, and overall mental wellness. CYBHI helps schools continue providing these services and expand support for students.
REASSURANCE STRIP
- No cost to families
- No co-pays or deductibles
- No impact to insurance coverage
- Services at school do not limit care outside of school
The Children & Youth Behavioral Health Initiative (CYBHI) is a California effort that helps schools provide behavioral health and mental health services to students ages 0–25.
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Services may include support for:
Stress, anxiety, or depression
Emotional challenges
Substance use concerns
General mental wellness
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Schools can receive reimbursement from health insurance programs for these services, helping sustain and expand student mental health support.
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Student-narrated Fee Schedule introduction video
Your Child Can Receive Support at School
Behavioral health services may be offered on campus or through school-based programs to support student well-being.
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SECTION HEADER: You Will Not Be Billed
Families will never:
Receive a bill
Pay a co-pay
Pay a deductible
See insurance premiums increase because of this program
SECTION HEADER: Why Schools Ask for Insurance Information
Schools may request:
Insurance company name
Member or policy number
Subscriber name
Group number
Copy of insurance card (if available)
This information is used only so schools can receive payment for services and continue providing behavioral health support. It does not change your benefits or access to care.
SECTION HEADER: Your Privacy Is Protected
Information is stored securely
Protected under FERPA and HIPAA
Shared only according to state and federal law
Staff receive privacy training
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When families share insurance information, it helps schools continue offering mental health services to all students.
Provide Insurance Information
If your child receives services at school, you may be asked to:
Sign a consent form
Share or update health insurance details
SECTION HEADER: Why Insurance Information Is Collected
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Keeps services free for families by allowing schools to receive funding
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Does not change your insurance coverage or benefits
Information stays private and secure under FERPA & HIPAA
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Helps schools sustain and expand student support services
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No. Families are not billed.
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Will this affect my insurance?
No impact on coverage, premiums, or deductibles.
Do students without insurance still receive services?
Yes. Services are available regardless of insurance status.
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Is this confidential?
Yes. Information is protected by FERPA and HIPAA.
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Questions? We’re Here to Help.
EDITABLE CONTACT BLOCK (District Customizes):
Contact Name
Title/Department
Phone
Email
Office Hours
Optional Resource Links:
School Site Contacts
State CYBHI Information Page
Medi-Cal Enrollment Resources
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Every student deserves access to care. Let’s work together to support student wellness.
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