How Camden County Schools Brought Mental Health Support to Students Through Teletherapy

Camden County Schools, serving about 1,900 students, faced rising mental health needs and no local providers. Using a $100,000 state grant, the district launched Gaggle Therapy under the leadership of Michael Reaves. The rollout focused on flexible implementation, clear family communication, and hands-on support from principals, counselors, and staff to ensure smooth access for students.

Parent engagement became a key driver of success. Initially uncertain, many parents became strong advocates after seeing positive changes in their children. Home-based sessions helped build trust, especially with younger students. Early results include powerful parent feedback, increased participation, and successful crisis intervention. Camden now plans to measure the program’s impact on academics, behavior, and attendance.

Camden County’s Gaggle Therapy program saw strong momentum thanks to engaged parents, staff, and community support. Parents who were initially skeptical became advocates after seeing real improvements in their children. The option for at-home sessions helped families stay involved, while counselors, principals, and staff provided hands-on support to keep participation strong and tech barriers low.

Early feedback is overwhelmingly positive, with stories of student progress and timely crisis intervention. High use among younger students revealed a previously unmet need. The district now plans to measure Gaggle Therapy’s impact on key indicators like behavior, academics, and attendance—reinforcing a commitment to long-term, student-centered care.