Supporting Safety, Clarity, and Next Steps for Families
When a school raises concerns about a student’s safety or well-being, it can feel overwhelming for families. At Neema Counseling, we provide professional, compassionate risk assessments to help clarify concerns, support student safety, and guide next steps in collaboration with caregivers and schools.
What Is a Risk Assessment?
A risk assessment is a structured clinical evaluation used to understand whether a student may be at risk of harming themselves or others. The purpose is not to label or punish, but to identify current concerns, protective factors, and appropriate supports so that students can remain safe and receive the level of care they need.
Risk assessments often explore:
Thoughts of self-harm or suicide
Expressions of distress, withdrawal, or emotional overwhelm
Behavioral changes noticed at school or home
Concerns about aggression or safety
Stressors such as trauma, bullying, loss, or family changes
Strengths and protective supports already in place
What to Expect From the Assessment Process
Our risk assessments are designed to be thorough, thoughtful, and family-centered.
Length & Format
One 2-hour assessment session
Conducted by a licensed therapist
Includes time with the student and caregiver(s)
During the Assessment, We Will:
Meet with the student to understand their thoughts, emotions, and current stressors
Assess risk to self and/or others using evidence-based clinical practices
Identify protective factors and existing supports
Clarify what level of care, if any, may be needed
Answer questions and provide guidance for caregivers
Coordination With the School
We coordinate with the school counselor or school team to support continuity of care.
A Release of Information (ROI) is required to communicate with the school
Only limited, safety-relevant information is shared
We focus on risk level, safety recommendations, and support planning, not therapy details
Our goal is to help families and schools work together while respecting confidentiality and privacy.
After the Assessment: Plan of Care
Once the assessment is complete:
The therapist will review findings with the parent or guardian
A clear plan of care will be shared, which may include:
Safety recommendations
School-day supports
Therapy or higher-level care recommendations (if needed)
Follow-up or re-assessment timelines
You will leave with clear next steps, not unanswered questions
Cost
$250 flat fee
Covers the full 2-hour assessment and feedback
Payment is due at the time of service
(Insurance is not billed for standalone risk assessments)
Schedule a Risk Assessment
If your school has recommended a risk assessment or you have concerns about your child’s safety, we are here to help.
Schedule a Risk Assessment Appointment
If you have questions about whether a risk assessment is appropriate, please contact our office and we would be happy to talk through your situation.
If this assessment is needed urgently or there is immediate danger, please call 911 or the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.