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Contra Costa County Office of Education

Tools and Trusted Resources to Support Your Child's Well-Being
 
Whether you're navigating new emotions, school stress, social media impacts, or more serious concerns like anxiety or depression, these resources help you understand and support your child's mental health. All resources below are free or low-cost, and many are designed specially for parents. 

A Parent's Guide to Teen Depression & Mental Wellness
 
Offers free, accessible resources including warning signs, conversation starters, and self-care tools for parents of teens. Includes a downloadable family guide and videos. 
Strengthening Mental Health for Teens & Young Adults
 
Nationally trusted nonprofit focused on suicide prevention and emotional well-being. Their parent hub offers expert-backed tools, how-to guides, and checklists for spotting red flags and supporting transitions (like college).
Free Coaching App for Youth (0-12) & Their Families
 
This app provides on-one-one digital behavioral coaching, activities, and mental health tips for caregivers and kids. 
Understand Youth Mental Health Across Ages
 
Covers common conditions, stress, school-related challenges, and how to get support. 
Support for Parents Navigating Tech & Emotions
 
Trusted media reviews and mental health articles related to social media, screen time, and digital well-being. 
Free Parent Education Courses on Mental Health Conditions
 
NAMI offers structured, multi-week programs that help families understand mental health diagnoses, treatments, communication, and self-care.