Baler Wellness Center
The Baler Wellness Center provides a supportive environment on campus where students can access free and confidential social-emotional support. The center provides short-term (6-12 sessions) school-based counseling. Additionally, it provides a safe space for students to take wellness breaks, complete a wellness check-in and access community resources and programs. Please click the Wellness Check-In Button below to schedule an appointment.
Baler Wellness Center Hours
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Thursday 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Open for walk in wellness breaks and check-ins on Mondays and Fridays.
Visit/Contact the Wellness Center:
Rooms 190-191
831-637-5831 ext. 1190
Common Questions About the Baler Wellness Center
Our Community Partners:
Our district is committed to the health, safety, and well-being of our students, staff, and families. We are proud to announce our partnership with @CareSolace24_7 to support our ongoing commitment. If you or a family member are looking for help with mental health or substance use, Care Solace will quickly connect you to community providers matched to your needs. Call 888-515-0595 at any time or search on your own at caresolace.com/sbhsd.
We also partner with our community based agencies – Community Solutions, San Benito County Behavioral Health and Youth Alliance to support our students, parents and families.
Crisis Hotlines & Resources
If you know someone who is experiencing a crisis, please encourage them to seek help and call or text one of the following numbers listed below.
- CALL 988: Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
- CALL: Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
- CALL: Youth Crisis Line (24/7): 1-800-843-5200
- CALL: Crisis Support Services (24/7): 1-800-309-2131
- CALL: National Domestic Violence Hotline/Child Abuse (24/7): 1-800-422-4453
- CALL: National Teen Dating Abuse: 1-866-331-9474
- CALL: Parental Stress (24/7): 510-893-5444
- CALL: Narcotics Hotline: 925-685-4357
- CALL: Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration 1-888-662-HELP (4357)
- CALL: California HOPE Support with Coping skills: 833-317 HOPE (4673)
- TEXT: “HOME” to 741741 (to text with crisis counselor)
- TEXT: “Start” to 678678 (to LGBTQ Crisis Support)
Meet the Baler Wellness Center Staff
I practice self care by riding my Peloton and unplugging
Bhandal, Amit
Social Worker, Baler Wellness Center
School Support Services
Phone: 831-637-5831 Ext. 1191
I practice self care by spending time with my husband and dog Ella <3 and practicing mindfulness in the mornings!
Medina, Maggie
Social Worker, Baler Wellness Center
School Support Services
Phone: 831-637-5831 Ext. 1711
I practice self-care by spending time with family and going on walks.
I practice self care by staying committed to my yoga practice and reading a book for fun every week.
Nelson, Emmanuel
Administrative School Psychologist
Certificated Special Education
Phone: 831-637-5831 Ext. 1122
I practice self-care by going to the gym and keeping a journal.