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.
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 (ICON ROW OR HIGHLIGHT BAR)
- 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.
Services may include support for:
- Stress, anxiety, or depression
- Emotional challenges
- Substance use concerns
- General mental wellness
Schools can receive reimbursement from health insurance programs for these services, helping sustain and expand student mental health support.
CYBHI Fee Schedule
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.
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
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.
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
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
Why Insurance Information Is Collected
- Keeps services free for families by allowing schools to receive funding
- Does not change your insurance coverage or benefits
- Information stays private and secure under FERPA & HIPAA
- Helps schools sustain and expand student support services
Will this cost me anything?
No. Families are not billed.
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.
Is this confidential?
Yes. Information is protected by FERPA and HIPAA.
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