Phone: Request an appointment by email at this time

Email:

Degrees and Certifications:

Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), Licensed Specialist in School Psychology (LSSP), Nationally Certified School Psychologist (NCSP) Certified Child and Adolescent Trauma Professional (CATP) Clubs Sponsored: Cats Care

Mrs. Melissa McDavid

WELCOME!: https://youtu.be/BtFnLcVDGd8 to learn more about how I can help you this school year.

Melissa McDavid is the Student Support Counselor (SSC) at Turner High School. She has served Pearland ISD as a Licensed Specialist in School Psychology (LSSP) prior to her role as a Student Support Counselor.  Her office is located in the Counseling Office at Tuner High School. On a weekly basis, Mrs. McDavid meets with students during the day and lunch hour. She also meets with teachers, parents, specialists, staff, and administrators to monitor student progress and discuss any needs related to students.

Want to schedule a time to meet with Mrs. McDavid? Fill out the following request form: https://forms.office.com/r/yxs84tsq3p

Visit: Texans Recovering Together - Free mental health consultation and support!

Seeking mental health services for the first time? Here is a very informative link from the Active Minds Foundation: 

https://tinyurl.com/hsupdaf4  

 

Informative Videos below:

Social Media Dangers: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=He3IJJhFy-I - Great video for parents!

Also visit the National Online Safety Commission for helpful resources! https://nationalonlinesafety.com/

 GROUPS: Peer Support and Mindful Meetup (Visit the Canvas THS-Student Support Counselor-Student Page to learn more). Do you need access to the Canvas page? Email Mrs. McDavid at mcdavidm@pearlandisd.org

I have created a Canvas page for students. Make sure to sign up to create an appointment to visit me and keep up with things offered on campus. Please email me at mcdavidm@pearlandisd.org if you need the link to join.

In circumstances of crisis after hours, please contact 911 or the following helplines:

     - Texas Youth Helpline - Visit Dfps.state.tx.us or call 1-800-989-6844, text us at 512-872-5777.

          Trained volunteers are ready 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. They will listen to your problem, help you develop a solution.

          For example, I ran away from home. Where can I find help? What should I do if my child does not come home

         - National Textline - Text CONNECT to 741741

         - National Suicide Prevention Lifeline - 1.800.273.8255

         - SAMHSA's National Helpline – 1-800-662-HELP (4357)

 Seeking a therapist to speak to via a virtual appointment (phone or videoconference)?

 

Click here - Counseling and teletherapy options

 
Are you in need of assistance in paying your utility bills?
Baker Ripley is supplying utility assistance. Learn more by clicking here.
 
 
Concerned about how you have been feeling?
Mental Health America provides a confidential mental health test by clicking here
 
 
Tips from other teens coping with COVID-19: https://www.asset-edu.org/tools4toughtimes
  

Resources to Support You During COVID-19

10 COVID-19 Emotions You are Not the Only One Having - https://tinyurl.com/soenhh3

PsychCentral: Coronavirus Anxiety: 4 Ways to Cope with Anxiety and Fear

National Association of School Psychology (NASP): How to Talk to Your Student About COVID-19

Mental Health America: Mental Health and COVID-19 Information Aid and Resources

Just for Kids: A Comic Exploring the New Coronavirus from NPR

Brain Pop Video About the Coronavirus

 

Wellness /Mental Health Resources

The link below provides listings for Pearland area counseling resources and additional online support.

https://www.pearlandisd.org/Page/6853
 
Ultimate Mental Health Resource Guide for teens: Click here to access
 
Self-Care Resources for Educators and Parents:
 
How to Access & Afford Mental Health Care During Covid-19 - https://www.moneygeek.com/insurance/health/afford-access-mental-health-care/
 
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At CharacterStrong, we have been hard at working pulling together some incredible digital resources to help you navigate these tough times. Sign up for access to one or all of the following free virtual tools.
 
 
 

 

Interested in joining a group?  

Contact Melissa McDavid at mcdavidm@pearlandisd.org  if you are interested in joining a group in the Fall of 2021.

Why group? Group counseling involves meeting with a group of individuals who all face similar concerns. Group sessions involve sharing your experiences and listening to others experiences. Group counseling provides a supportive environment to discuss problems and concerns and work toward your goals.

Benefits:

              1) You are not alone

              2)  Groups can be a sounding board

              3)  Groups can teach you about yourself

 

 For information on anxiety and depression:

Home 

 

Feeling you are in an abusive relationship? Visit the below resources:

  • Love is Respect: 1-866-331-9474/Text “loveis” to 22522/loveisrespect.org
  • National Sexual Assault hotline: 1-800-656-HOPE/rainn.org
  • National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255
  • Break the Cycle: www.breakthecycle.org
  • LGBT National Help Center;  Hotline 1-800-246-PRIDE/glbthotline.org/chat.html

 

BULLYING PREVENTION

Visit PACER's National Bullying Prevention Center website for more information by clicking here. Want to learn more about cyberbullying? Click here.

 

SUICIDE PREVENTION

#BeThe1to

If you think someone might be considering suicide, be the one to help them by taking these 5 easy steps:

ASK. KEEP THEM SAFE. BE THERE. HELP THEM CONNECT. FOLLOW UP.

 988 -New Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/988

                                                                   As Your Student Support Counselor, I Will ...

                                                  - Support You In Figuring Out What To Do

                                                  - Provide You A Space To Relax

                                                  - Help You To See Your Strengths

                                                  - Provide You With Resources In And Out of School 

                                                  - Celebrate Your Successes

                                                  - Collaborate With You to Make the Hard Stuff A Little Easier