School Based Clinics
We are proud to operate two school-based mental health clinics that provide accessible, on-site services to students, families, and school staff. These clinics are designed to support emotional well-being, improve school performance, and promote healthy development—right where students spend most of their time.
Our school-based locations provide:
Individual counseling and crisis intervention
Family and group therapy
Collaboration with school personnel and parents
Referrals for additional services when needed
By offering services within the school setting, we reduce barriers to care and help students thrive both academically and emotionally.
P.S. 229 Emanuel Kaplan
Elementary School
Newtown
High School
International High School for Health Sciences
High School
Meet Our School-Based Clinicians
““Perform little acts of kindness ‘just because’, and watch how much better you feel about yourself.””
Lorena Allen, LMHC-DP
School-Based Mental Health Clinician
Lorena Allen oversees our school-based mental health clinic programs and plays a vital role in ensuring accessible, high-quality care for students and families. She is currently based at P.S. 229 Emanuel Kaplan Elementary School, where she works closely with students, staff, and parents to promote emotional well-being and academic success.
Her dedication helps bring mental health services directly into the school setting—removing barriers to care and creating safe, supportive environments for youth to thrive.
“My wish for you is that you continue. Continue to be who and how you are, to astonish a mean world with your acts of kindness.”
Brunilda Bartlett, LMSW
School-Based Mental Health Clinician
Brunilda Bartlett provides mental health services at Newtown High School, supporting adolescents through the unique challenges of their high school years. Brunilda offers individual counseling and crisis intervention to help students navigate emotional, academic, and social stressors.
Her compassionate approach and strong collaboration with school staff and families make her an essential part of our mission to foster student resilience and well-being directly within the school environment.