Youth mental wellness supports in a virtual environment
May 17, 2021
Kristie Neklason of Youth Eastside Services
Youth mental wellness supports in a virtual environment
Youth Eastside Services (YES) is the leading behavioral health services provider in East King County for children and youth, ages birth to 22, and their families. YES provides evidence-based mental health counseling, substance use with co-occurring disorder counseling and treatment, early childhood behavioral health services, psychiatric services, school-based services, and education and prevention programs.
YES helps children, teens, and families struggling with depression, grief, trauma, substance abuse, cultural and gender identity challenges, sexual orientation support, anxiety, ADHD, autism, eating disorders, low self-esteem, and much more. The agency's services empower young people and families to pursue decisions, habits, and activities that promote their well-being.
Kristie Neklason was a clinical supervisor at YES for many years before becoming YES’ Director of School-Based Behavioral Health. She earned her master’s degree in counseling from Seattle University and is a Certified Chemical Dependency Professional. Kristie has worked in the behavioral health field for more than 25 years, with a special focus on substance use and co-occurring disorders, and has specialized training in evidence-based practices such as Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).