Mental Health Support
The LQHS Counseling Team recognizes and responds to the need for mental health services that promote all students' social/emotional wellness and development. While also supporting students' academic and college/career development, school counselors advocate for the mental health needs of all students and will make referrals (when necessary) to community resources for long-term support.
School-Based Mental Health Team
Meet our school counselors by clicking here.
Kilene Short, LCSW | ASPIRE School Social Worker | Email: [email protected]
Sarah Jackson Garcia, LCSW | Mental Health Specialist | Email: [email protected]
Ingrid Gonzalez | Mental Health Specialist | Email: [email protected]
Johnathan Vu | School Psychologist | Email: [email protected]
Sunney Cho | School Psychologist | Email: [email protected]
Natalie Soto | Project Kinship | Email: [email protected]
GGUSD Wellness Toolkit
In 2019, GGUSD launched the Choose Wellness Campaign, focused on the emotional wellness of students, families, and staff members within the Garden Grove Unified School District (GGUSD).
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
We can all help prevent suicide. The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline offers 24/7, free, and confidential support for people in distress, along with prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones. This service also provides best practices for professionals in the United States.
Call or text 988 for immediate assistance.
The Trevor Project
The Trevor Project is the leading national organization providing crisis intervention and suicide prevention services to LGBTQ+ youth under 25. If you're thinking about suicide and need immediate support, please call the TrevorLifeline at: 1-866-488-7386
Take Action for Mental Health
As part of California’s ongoing mental health movement, the Take Action for Mental Health campaign is designed to help you check in, learn more, and get support for your own mental health or the mental health of someone you care about.
NAMI OC - Support Available 24/7
Need help? Contact NAMI OC:
The OC Warmline is now available 24/7. You can call, text, or chat anytime at: 714-991-6412
