Seminoles ASPIRE: Alliance for Supporting Positive-growth & Inspiring Resilience in Education
Goals
There are three primary goals associated with the Seminoles ASPIRE partnership:
- Increase the mental health of students attending FSUS.
- Create practicum experiences for the graduate students in Counseling and School Psychology
- Conduct research on mental health and bullying prevention
Framework
The mental health partnership is built on a multi-tiered service delivery model framework. The three-tiered triangle will be used to represent this framework. Tier 1 consists of universal screening and preventative programming for ALL students attending FSUS. Tier 2 consists of assessments and interventions that are specific to students with elevated risk for mental health difficulties. Tier 3 will consist of individuals with a significant risk of or known mental health difficulties.
Team Members & Clinicians
Hello! My name is Dr. Lyndsay Jenkins. I am the Director of Seminoles ASPIRE. I am an Assistant Professor at FSU in School Psychology. My family and I have lived in Tallahassee for two years and previously lived in Illinois. In our free time, we enjoy fishing and going to the beach. As the Director of Seminoles ASPIRE, I oversee and provide consultation about how FSUS can help students develop strong social and emotional skills, how teachers can help to identify when students are having mental health difficulties,
and the delivery of group and individual counseling services for students that need additional support. I sometimes provide counseling services to FSUS students, but I also supervise the work of our awesome groups of graduate clinicians.
Dr. Deborah Ebener, Co-Director
Welcome! My name is Dr. Deborah Ebener. I am the Co-Director of Seminoles ASPIRE. At FSU, I am a Professor and Director of Clinical Training in the Combined Counseling Psychology and School Psychology Ph.D. program. As a licensed psychologist, I ran a private practice in Tallahassee for many years and provided counseling and psychological services to clients of all ages, couples, and families. I share my expertise with the FSUS community primarily by supervising the graduate clinicians who are seeing clients.
Sonya Snyder
My name is Sonya Snyder and I am a student clinician this semester at Florida State University Schools (FSUS). I am a second-year PhD student in the Combined Counseling Psychology and School Psychology program at Florida State University. I am originally from Knoxville, Tennessee, where I completed my master’s degree in social work and an internship working with high school students. I am also a former high school teacher, and love working with young people! After I finish my PhD, I hope to conduct individual and group therapy with at-risk adolescents. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact the school. I am excited to be working with students this year!
Maritza Miller
My name is Maritza Miller and I am a student clinician this semester at Florida State University Schools (FSUS). I’m currently in my third year in a Ph.D. program at Florida State University. I am originally from Atlanta, Georgia. I have been working within schools in some capacity for about 6 years now and I have been doing assessments and counseling for over a year.
Dasha Highsmith
Hi! My name is Dasha Highsmith. I am originally from Long Island, New York and relocated to Florida for graduate school. I have a master’s and specialist degree in School Psychology and have worked in public schools since 2013. I came to Florida State University to pursue my Ph.D. in the Combined Counseling and School Psychology program. In my spare time, enjoy spending time with my fur baby, Bootsie, and finding the best eateries in town! I enjoyed working with FSUS students last semester and am looking forward to continuing my work of supporting the mental health of FSUS students this year.
Tiffany Brown
My name is Tiffany Brown and I am a doctoral student in the Combined Counseling Psychology and School Psychology program at Florida State University. I have a degree in Elementary Education from the University of Oklahoma and have taught in Florida public schools for over 11 years. I decided to pursue my graduate degree after seeing the need to address mental health issues with children from an early age. I am interested in prevention and intervention research, with a focus on systems-level change. I enjoy helping students cope with stress, anxiety, and depression as well as issues such as self-esteem, academic and social skills, and ADHD management. In addition, I have a special interest in working with the LGBTQ+ population and the development of self-identity. In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my husband and pets, exploring new restaurants, and rescuing animals. I am excited to have the opportunity to work with the students and families of FSUS this year!
My name is Tyron Slack and I am a doctoral student in the Combined Counseling Psychology and School Psychology program at Florida State University. I am from New Orleans, Louisiana. I received my B.A. in Psychology at Southeastern Louisiana University and my Master of Social Work degree at Florida State University. My clinical and research interests include African American students academic success, resilience, and mental health. I enjoy traveling, weightlifting, and sampling the cuisine of hole-in-the-wall restaurants.
My name is Emily Beavon and I am a doctoral student in the Combined Counseling Psychology and School Psychology program at FSU. I am from outside of Nashville, TN and graduated from the University of Alabama with a B.A. in Psychology and Spanish, and a B.S. in Human Development and Family Studies. My research interests include mental health and externalizing disorders in children and adolescents. I enjoy running, singing, and exploring new places.
My name is James Howell and I am a student clinician this semester at Florida State University Schools (FSUS). I’m currently in my third year in the Combined Counseling and School Psychology Ph.D. program. I am originally from Texas and received my B.A. in Youth and Family Ministry from Abilene Christian University. I also received an M.S. in Counseling and Mental Health Services and an M.Phil. in Professional Counseling and Psychology from the University of Pennsylvania. Before starting FSU, I counseled children and families in the state of New Jersey. In my spare time, I enjoy hiking, running, and eating Mexican food. Please contact the school if you have any questions, and thank you for taking the time to read this.
My name is Stone Bogart and I am a 3rd year Ph.D. student in the Counseling and School Psychology Program at Florida State University. I am originally from New York but am extremely happy to be in the State of Florida. I enjoy working with students with a wide range of concerns and I look forward to working out at FSUS. In my free time, I enjoy spending time with my pets (dog and cat), reading, playing sports, and anything that has to do with being outside. I’m looking forward to possibly working with your student!
My name is Joshua Drayer. I am originally from Whittier, California, outside of Los Angeles. I moved to Tallahassee in 2016 to complete my master's degree in Sport Psychology here at FSU and stayed to pursue my Ph.D. in the Combined Counseling and School Psychology program. I have a love of nature and animals, hence why I own 6 pets (4 cats and 2 dogs!). I spend my spare time spending time with my wife, reading, baking, and enjoying my newest hobby: cross-stitching! My passions and interests within the counseling field have driven me to support child and adolescent populations. I could not be happier to be returning to FSUS for my 3rd semester and continue working to support the mental health of the FSUS student community.
Hello! My name is Shelbi Fisher and I am a student clinician at FSUS this semester. I am a second-year Ph.D. student at Florida State University in the Combined Counseling and School Psychology program. I am originally from Indiana and have a master's degree in mental health counseling from Indiana University. I have experience working with adolescents in inpatient and outpatient settings. I also served as a mentor to high school student-athletes participating in Leadership Academy while I was completing my master's degree. In my spare time, I enjoy reading, watching sports, and spending time with my husband and dog. I am excited for the opportunity to work with students and their families at FSUS this semester!
Local Mental Health Providers
Not sure which providers take your health insurance? Use the link below to find out!
https://med.fsu.edu/bssm/mental-health-services-resources
Local Resources
2-1-1 Big Bend Hotline
Call 2-1-1 or (850) 617-6333
Apalachee Center
2634 Capital Circle NE Tallahassee, Florida 32308
Main: (850) 523-3333
Toll-free: (800) 226-2931
Capital City Youth Services
http://www.ccys.org/programs-at-a-glance/
(850) 545-2061
Boys Town North Florida
3555 Commonwealth Blvd. Tallahassee, FL 32303
(850) 575-6422
Catholic Charities Counseling Program
http://www.catholiccharitiesnwfl.org/Tallahassee
(850) 222-2180, Option #4
1380 Blountstown Highway
Hours: Monday–Wednesday, 9 am–6 pm; Thursday, 9 am–4 pm
Cost: Sliding scale; some insurance accepted for mental health services; other services free.
Disc Village
https://discvillage.com/family.html
(850) 575-4388
3333 W. Pensacola St. Suite #34, Tallahassee, FL 32304
Eastside Psychiatric Hospital
2634-B Capital Circle NE Tallahassee, Florida 32308
Main: (850) 523-3300 Ext. 4340
FSU Human Services Center
(850) 644-3857
FSU Stone Building, Suite 2207
The Human Services Center offers mental health counseling to children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families in the Big Bend area. The counselors are graduate students supervised by faculty with clinical licensure. The center operates Fall and Spring semesters; it is closed during the summer.
Hours: Tuesday and Thursday, 4 pm–7:30 pm
Cost: Free
Tallahassee Memorial Hospital
1616 Physicians Drive – Dial 911 for emergencies
The Psychiatric Emergency Response Program (PERP) provides emergency psychiatric evaluations for persons experiencing a serious mental health crisis.
The Emergency Department 24 hour administrative number is (850) 431-5411.
The 24 hour phone directly to the TMH Behavioral Health Center is (850) 431-5411.
Turn About, Inc.
(850) 671-1920 2771
Miccosukee Road
Resources in Surrounding Counties
Gadsden County
Apalachee Center – Gadsden County
79 Lasalle Path, Quincy, Florida 32351
(850) 875-2422
Services Offered:
– Care Management Services
– Psychiatric Evaluation and treatment
– Psychosocial Rehabilitation
– Adult and Children Services
– Primary Care
Hours of Operation:
Monday – Friday: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Taylor County
Apalachee Center – Taylor County
1421 Old Dixie Hwy., Perry, Florida 32348
(850) 584-5613
– Psychiatric Evaluation and treatment
– Psychosocial Rehabilitation
– Adult and Children Services
Hours of Operation: Monday – Friday: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Wakulla County
Apalachee Center – Wakulla County
43 Oak St., Crawfordville, Florida 32327
(850) 926-5900
Services Offered:
– Care Management Services
– Psychiatric Evaluation and treatment
– Adult and Children Services
Hours of Operation: Monday – Friday: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)-Wakulla
2140-C Crawfordville Hwy, Crawfordville
9am-1pm
(850) 925-1033
National Mental Health Resources
National Resources
If you are in danger or are feeling suicidal, call 911 immediately.
Boys Town National Hotline – serving all at-risk teens and children
(800) 448-3000
Twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week
Text VOICE to 20121, every day, 2 p.m. to 1 a.m. CST
http://www.boystown.org/hotline
Childhelp USA National Child Abuse Hotline
800-4-A-CHILD (422-4453)
Twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week
https://www.childhelp.org
Crisis Call Center
(800) 273-8255 or text ANSWER to 839863
Twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week
http://crisiscallcenter.org/substance-abuse/
Crisis Text Line (U.S. only)
Text HELLO to 741741 or message us at facebook.com/CrisisTextLine to chat with a Crisis Counselor.
Twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week
GLBT National Youth Talkline
(800) 246-PRIDE (7743)
4 p.m. to 12 a.m. EST, Monday to Friday
12 p.m. to 5 p.m. EST, Saturday
http://www.glnh.org/talkline
HopeLine
Call or text (919) 231-4525 or (877) 235-4525
https://www.hopeline-nc.org/
loveisrespect, National Teen Dating Abuse Helpline
(866) 331-9474
Twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week
http://www.loveisrespect.org
National Association of Anorexia Nervosa and Eating Disorders
(630) 577-1330
10 a.m. to 6 p.m. EST, Monday to Friday
http://www.anad.org
National Domestic Violence Hotline
(800) 799-SAFE (7233)
Twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week
http://www.ndvh.org
National Institute on Alcohol Abuse & Alcoholism
(800) 662-HELP (4357)
Twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week
http://www.niaaa.nih.gov
National Runaway Switchboard
(800) RUNAWAY (786-2929)
Twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week
http://www.1800runaway.org
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
(800) 273-TALK (8255)
Twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week
http://www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org
TeenLine
(310) 855-HOPE (4673)
(800) TLC-TEEN (852-8336) (U.S. and Canada only)
Or text TEEN to 839863
6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Pacific Time, every night
https://teenlineonline.org
