Virginia Teen Mental Health Resources

Home Virginia Teen Mental Health Resources: A Guide for Parents & Families Published: 10/13/2026 Authored by: Abigail Fernald, MSW Edited by: Jemma Strain, BS Finding the right teen mental health resources in Virginia can feel daunting, especially when parents are trying to decide what services may appropriately meet their teen’s needs. Virginia’s mental health system […]
When a Parent Is Seriously Ill
Intensive Rehabilitative Mental Health Services (IRMHS)

Home Intensive Rehabilitative Mental Health Services (IRMHS) for Minnesota Youth Published: 10/09/2026 Authored by: Zachary Ehrmann, MSc Edited by: Jemma Strain, BS Where can parents turn when regular outpatient care isn’t providing enough support, and residential treatment isn’t required for children and teenagers with mental health concerns? Intensive rehabilitative mental health services (IRMHS) programs in […]
What Is EPSDT?

Home What Is EPSDT? Medi-Cal Mental Health Benefits for California Youth Published: 10/09/2026 Authored by: Emma Loker, BSc, PgDip Edited by: Jemma Strain, BS The University of California, Los Angeles, Center for Health Policy Research found that 14.5% of children aged 12-17 in California report suicidal thoughts. Also, three in ten teens in California were […]
What Mental Health Decisions Can a 14-Year-Old Make in Virginia?

Home What Mental Health Decisions Can a 14-Year-Old Make in Virginia? Published: 10/08/2026 Authored by: Veronica Silver, MA Edited by: Jemma Strain, BS When your 14-year-old needs mental health support, you may assume that, as their parent, you have to make every decision about their care. But in Virginia, this might not always be the […]
Parents’ Access to Teen Mental Health Records in Virginia

Home Parents’ Access to Teen Mental Health Records in Virginia Published: 10/08/2026 Authored by: Veronica Silver, MA Edited by: Jemma Strain, BS It’s natural to want to know how your teen is doing and how they’re progressing, as well as to be curious about what they’re talking about when in mental health treatment. But teens […]