As the autumn semester of the 2024-2025 school year kicks off, team members from The Willow Center and North West Hendricks School Corporation are proud to announce their
new partnership to provide students in-school access to mental health counseling and direct referrals for substance use treatment.
Home to just under 2,000 Pre-K to 12th-grade students, NWHSC includes Tri-West High School, Tri-West Middle School, North Salem Elementary School, Pittsboro Elementary School, and Pittsboro Primary School. According to available mental health data for the State of Indiana, around 30% of elementary, middle, and high school students have experienced symptoms of mental health struggles such as depression, anxiety, or post-traumatic stress in the past 12 months.
“This collaboration aims to provide our students with comprehensive mental health
resources, ensuring they receive the care and support they need to thrive academically and
personally. Together, we are committed to fostering a nurturing and supportive environment
for all our students,” according to NWHSC Superintendent, Dr. Scott Syverson.
The Willow Center will be providing a team of Master’s-level trained clinicians to offer one-
on-one therapy for children and adolescents ages 5-17 during and after school hours in all 5 school buildings. In addition to individual services, students who require higher levels of care may be referred for outpatient group services at The Willow Center’s recently announced the new Pittsboro campus, which opens in late September.
“As a resident of Hendricks County and a mother of a new kindergarten student, I am
committed and excited about the opportunity for my team to work alongside the NWHSC
team to serve these kids,” says Angel Brooks, LCSW, Clinical Director at TWC. The Willow Center accepts most private insurances and all forms of Medicaid. Parents and guardians of kids who attend NWHSC schools who may need support are encouraged to discuss a referral for services with their student’s school counselor or call The Willow Center’s Brownsburg campus directly at 317-852-3690, or may call the Pittsboro campus starting in late September at 317-286-3146.
