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WELCOME TO THE NORMANAID WELLNESS CENTER
This is your safe, calm and confidential space, designed to support students' mental health needs in a caring environment with an extensive team and tools to achieve wellness and reach your full potential as a Norman Well Lived.
To schedule an appointment, click the button below:
The NormanAid Wellness Center (NAWC) provides short-term, weekly, and group counseling services, as well as crisis management and resources on the most relevant health topics facing teens today.
The NormanAid Counseling Team offers services to the entire student body, averaging over 2000 individual counseling sessions every year.
Short-Term Counseling: These appointments are good for students who feel like their concern can be addressed in a single session. The therapist may help provide support and perspective about a student's situation or help develop a plan to address a distinct goal. If students need more support, we encourage that they sign up for further support or weekly counseling, and request to see the initial counselor. Counseling sessions are 40-50 minutes in duration.
Weekly Counseling: Students can sign up for ongoing counseling and meet with a counselor from the wellness team once a week. Note: if appointments are held during class, student must receive permission from their teacher.
Students can SCHEDULE an appointment to meet with a counselor for short or long term support by using the above Scheule an Appointment button or by visiting normanaidrequest.org.
Group Counseling Services: Several groups and lunchtime discussions are offered each semester. Research shows that group therapy is one of the most effective and efficient tools for addressing concerns common to people seeking counseling services. Groups will be advertised through email, @bhhsnormanaid Instagram and in the Norman Buzz.
Crisis Management: The NormanAid Counseling Team supports BHHS efforts to promote school safety and student ability to cope with crisis events. NormanAid Counselors are a vital resource in preventing violent incidents, intervening when concerns arise, and redirecting students engaging in unhealthy or unsafe behaviors. Counselors offer support to families and make mental health referrals as needed. BHHS Wellness Counselors can arrange a "Re-entry Meeting" after a mental health crisis to insure a safe and comfortable transition back to school.
ALL SERVICE ARE CONFIDENTIAL.
Confidentiality is of paramount importance to foster a safe, healing environment. Sometimes, just having a ‘safe place to talk’ is all a person needs. Confidentiality can be broken if a counselor is worried about your safety or the safety of others.
Examples of exceptions of confidentiality:
- If you report having serious thoughts about harming yourself (suicidal ideation, self harm, distorted eating) - or have had serious thoughts or attempts in the past.
- If you report having serious thoughts or plans to harm someone else.
- If you are involved in activities that could cause harm to yourself or someone else, even if you do not intend to harm yourself or someone else (for example, driving under the influence of a substance.)
- If you report that you are being assaulted or abused by anyone (adult or peer) - physically, emotionally or sexually - or that you have been assaulted or abused in the past. This includes nude photos shared without your consent. (If your are under the age of eighteen)
- If you report that you are under the influence of a substance while in session.
- Providing information concerning case consultation or supervision.
Except for situations as described above, all information you disclose to a counselor at the NormanAid Wellness Center will be kept strictly confidential.
NEED HELP NOW?
If you are experiencing a life-threatening emergency, in danger of hurting yourself or others, feeling suicidal, worried about your safety or concerned about someone else in crisis, it's very important that you get immediate help! Depending on the emergency, you may want to consider the following options:
IF YOU ARE ON CAMPUS (AT BHHS)
Contact any trusted adult or visit the NormanAid Wellness Center (B2-201) and report that you have an emergency and need to meet with a counselor immediately.
IF YOU ARE OFF CAMPUS
- Call 911 or
- Go to the nearest hospital emergency room:
SUICIDE PREVENTION AND CRISIS RESOURCE
The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline /1 800-273-8255
If you or someone you know are in crisis and need to talk to someone at any time, day or night, whether you feel suicidal or not, you can call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. They provide 24/7 free confidential support in a variety of crisis situations, including immediate suicidal crises, and they can provide general information about mental health.
- Call to speak with someone who cares
- Call if you feel you might be in danger of hurting yourself
- Call to speak to a crisis worker about someone you're concerned about
The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline also offers Lifeline Crisis Chat for online crisis support at www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org.
Crisis Text Line- text HOME to 741741
Text a Crisis Counselor any time of day or night.
If you are in any kind of crisis, you can reach out to the Crisis Text Line. A trained Crisis Counselor will help you work through thoughts of suicide or any emotions you don’t know how to deal with alone. They will respond and text with you until you feel you are in a safe place. The Crisis Text Line provides:
- Confidential and free text conversation
- Calm and empathetic Crisis Counselors
- Active listening
- Suggested referrals for further help
The Crisis Text Line provides service to anyone within the United States. Find more information at https://www.crisistextline.org.
SEXUAL ASSAULT AND ABUSE RESOURCES
Santa Monica Rape Treatment Center at UCLA Medical Center, Santa Monica
*All services are free, confidential and available 24/7
If you are concerned that you or someone you care about has experienced sexual assault, sexual abuse, or rape, you can call The Santa Monica Rape Treatment Center (424) 259-7208
- The Santa Monica Treatment Center Crisis Line provides immediate crisis assessment and referrals for medical, mental health and other social services.
Or visit The Santa Monica Rape Treatment Center
Address: 1250 16th St. Santa Monica, CA 90404
People who are in need of medical care immediately following a sexual assault may also walk into the UCLA emergency room.
The Santa Monica Rape Treatment Center Services includes:
- 24-hour emergency medical care and evidentiary examinations for sexual assault
- Crisis intervention, advocacy and accompaniment
- Staff provide advocacy and accompaniment through medical, police and court procedures. Staff may also act as an expert witness in court and legislative hearings
- Ongoing counseling and psychotherapyInformation and referral, support services for people who have been sexually assaulted
- Comprehensive treatment program for children who are victims of sexual assault called Stuart House
CHILD ABUSE RESOURCES
Children at risk for abuse, parents needing crisis intervention, and people who wish to report abuse or intent to abuse are urged to call the Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline at 1-800-4-A-CHILD (422-4453). The hotline is staffed 24/7 by professional crisis counselors and has interpreters available to provide assistance in more than 200 languages. Childhelp can:
- Connect you with resources in your area to help prevent abuse
- Help you report known or suspected abuse
- Refer you to services or agencies in your area
- Help you by providing options for your specific situation
All calls made to the Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline are confidential.
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE RESOURCES
If you are concerned that you or someone you care about may be experiencing emotional, physical, sexual, or other kinds of abuse, whether or not you would call it domestic violence, you can call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233 (TTY: 1-800-787-3224). They provide free confidential support at any time, day or night.
- Call if you think you may be experiencing emotional, sexual, physical, or other abuse
- Call for resources about safety within an abusive relationship or while trying to leave one
- Call for resources about safety and recovery after an abusive relationship has ended
- Call if you are afraid you may be abusing someone and want help changing your behavior
You can also reach an advocate using their private chat services 7 a.m.–2 p.m. (CST) at www.thehotline.org.
Normanonymous is a confidential and anonymous reporting tool for BHHS students and parents. You can use this support tool to report the following: abuse, alcohol, bullying, drugs, personal/social and emotional issues, pregnancy, other risky behaviors, and anything else you feel should be brought to our attention. The goal of this site is NOT to get people in trouble but to provide SUPPORT to them through the NormanAid Wellness Center.
NORMANAID WELLNESS TEAM
The NormanAid Wellness Team provides short term, weekly, and group counseling services, as well as crisis management and wellness programs. Students can request an appointment through normanaidrequest.org. The NormanAid Wellness Center (NAWC) has a team of 15 counseling interns and 12 peer counselors. The NAWC counseling team provides services for the entire student body, parents, staff and on average has over 2000 individual counseling sessions every year.
Wellness Coordinator
Ali has worked as a Counselor at Beverly Hills High School for 18 years and is founder and supervisor of the BHHS NormanAid Wellness Center (NAWC), pioneering one of the nation’s first school-based wellness centers. Ali oversees social emotional & mental health services, crisis management, and wellness education at BHHS. Through her robust MonthlyAid themed program, she has fostered a new culture of wellness at BHHS by raising awareness of the importance of mental health and empowering students to take care of themselves and their peers.
Mrs. Norman-Franks may be contacted directly by email at [email protected] by phone at (310) 551-5100 ext. 8717.
Wellness Counselor
Under her leadership, her counseling team offers services to the entire student body, parents and staff, averaging over 2000 individual counseling sessions every year.
Maple Counselors
The Maple Counseling Center has contracted with the Beverly Hills School District to provide counseling services to students onsite at Beverly Hills High School. Associates and trainees provide onsite individual and group counseling sessions to Beverly Hills High school students.
Counseling Interns
Counseling interns from local Universities (LMU, National, UCLA and USC) who are working on their hours and training to receive their CWA and PPS credential. They meet with students under the supervision of Mrs. Pepin.
Peer Counselors
Peer counseling is a year-long elective class. NormanAid Peer Counselors are an important part of the NAWC wellness team. Peer Counselors work in the NAWC and help assure that students are connected to a counselor. They help create and host the Today Well Lived Podcast and they plan and implement the MonthlyAid Wellness Program. Please see Mrs. Norman-Franks if you are interested in applying to be in the Peer Counseling class.
Mental Wellness is fundamental to academic achievement and to be a "Norman Well Lived". Through our educational programs, NormanAid Wellness Center is fostering a new culture of wellness by raising awareness of the importance of mental and emotional health.
We curate and provide the latest information on the most relevant topics to enhance the personal growth of high school students and supporting families.
We organize meaningful & fun school-wide events, parent programs and we provide wellness education for students, parents and staff.
De-stress Table
UNWIND AT NORMANAID'S DE-STRESS TABLE
Designed to calm your mind and body. We offer a variety of stress management tools to help students self regulate and care for their mental health. Our de-stress table gives students the opportunity to take a mental break and rejuvenates them so they can better focus in class once they return.
STRESS REDUCTION TOOLS:
- Drawing and painting materials
- Fidgets and stress relief gadgets
- Mental wellness books
- Stress reduction cards
Mindfulness Space
NORMANAID'S MINDFULNESS SPACE
This is an inclusive safe space free from the expectations and pressures of time, home, and classroom. A rejuvenating place where students can chill out, talk, read, create, play or just rest.
Students can visit the mindfulness space before school, during nutrition or lunch and at 7th period. Students may also visit for 15 min during class time one time a week with teacher permission.
RELAX YOUR MIND. Take a mental health break:
- Meditate
- Play a calming game
- Rest your worries
- Read
- Stretch
Mental Health Library
NORMANAID'S MENTAL HEALTH LIBRARY
NormanAid's library explores mental wellness topics by highlighting different voices, stories, and mediums. Find helpful information and inspiration as you take the courageous first steps toward improving your mental health.
CARE FOR YOUR MIND:
- Inspirational quick reads
- Social emotional learning books
- Mental health magazines
Private Counseling Rooms
NORMANAID'S PRIVATE COUNSELING ROOMS
Operating as a sanctuary where students can find solace and protection. Supports students' mental health needs by offering a calm and refreshing environment to balance the rigorous mental and emotional work of therapy.
HEALING BY DESIGN. Our comfortable rooms promote:
- Harmonious flow
- Nourishing restful energy
- Confidential space
- Caring environment
Resource Tables
MONTLYAID RESOURCE TABLES
NormanAid's MonthlyAid Resource Tables are located in front of the library and NormanAid. They are full of mental wellness resources, tips, tools for inspiration and fun give aways. We alternate the resources every month following our MonthlyAid topics. Our resource tables shine a light on the concept of self-care and responsibility for one's own mental health and wellness, with an emphasis on the fact that mental health is an integral part of health. Supported by BHHS PTSA.
TAKE CARE OF YOUR MENTAL WELLNESS. Learn and share:
- Mental wellness brochures and flyers
- MonthlyAid goodies
- Mental health referrals
- Monthly list of events
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ABOUT NORMANAID WELLNESS CENTER
NormanAid Wellness Center Mission:
Beverly Hills High School is committed to serving a diverse student body by providing counseling, conflict mediation, crisis management and wellness programs that facilitate students' academic and life goals.
NormanAid Wellness Center:
Founded by Ali Norman-Franks on the campus of Beverly Hills High School, NormanAid is a student support and wellness center offering counseling services, crisis intervention and management, conflict mediation, mental health education, peer counseling, among other services to promote the well-being of BHHS students.
Counseling Services:
The NormanAid Counseling Team works in partnership with The Maple Center Counselors, Wellness Interns interns from UCLA, USC, LMU and National and Peer Counselors Program. Services are confidential.
Counseling:
The NormanAid Wellness Team provides ongoing weekly, short-term, and group counseling. Appointments are available (Monday - Friday) on campus 8:00am - 3:00pm or virtually from 8:00am - 6:00pm. In order to receive ongoing services during school class time, BHHS students need to obtain permission from their teachers.
Our Partnerships:
The NormanAid Counseling Team works in partnership with The Maple Center Counselors, NormanAid Wellness Interns interns from USC and LMU, and Peer Counselors Program.
Services are confidential.
