School Based Early Identification and Intervention Service for Adolescents: A Psychology and School Nurse Partnership Model.

Background: Adolescents are increasingly experiencing multiple stresses and emotional problems. Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services have a role in working creatively to provide easily accessible and non-stigmatising services.

Method: A training and consultation model was developed to respond to the needs of Tier 1 staff encountering vulnerable adolescents in a deprived inner city area.