A School-based Psychotherapy Project (fit4SCHOOL)

Studies have shown that the prevalence of mental illness in children and adolescents increased significantly during the COVID-19 pandemic. We also see an increasing need for psychotherapeutic counselling in the fit4SCHOOL project. The fit4SCHOOL project strives to make a valuable and significant contribution to mental health for students, parents, and teachers in schools. If necessary, psychotherapeutic advice is offered free of charge and anonymously. Our evaluation confirms the necessity. The ability to respond quickly to the psychological needs of young people has a preventive effect. In acute stress situations, the project enables a quick, tailor-made arrangement of psychosocial or psychotherapeutic assistance. In addition, we arrange lectures on relevant topics. So far, fit4SCHOOL has been financed by parents' associations and donations, but we are striving for Austria-wide public funding.