Our Mission
At Wheatland Union High School, the Pirate Therapy Center is dedicated to fostering a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment where every student can thrive emotionally. We are committed to providing comprehensive mental health services that promote well-being, resilience, and personal growth. Through compassionate counseling and collaboration, we aim to empower students to navigate life's challenges, build healthy relationships, and achieve their full potential. Our mission is to ensure that no student feels alone and that every individual has access to the resources and support they need to lead to a fulfilling and balanced life.
GET HELP IMMEDIATELY
IF YOU ARE EXPERIENCING AN EMERGENCY, CALL 911
National Suicide Hotline Call/Text: 988
Sutter-Yuba 24/7 Crisis Line: (530) 673-TALK (8255)
CalHOPE Warm Line - Free Peer Counseling: (833) 317-HOPE (4673)
The Trevor Project - LGBTQ+ Mental Health Support: (866) 488-7386
Sutter Behavioral Health Psychiatric Emergency Services: (530) 822-7200
Do you or your student need assistance or support?
Get the Request Support Form!
Services
Short-Term Individual Therapy
Group Therapy
Family Therapy
EMDR Therapy
Crisis Intervention
Social-Emotional Support
Stress Management Assistance
LGBTQ+ Support
Wellness Education
Referrals to Resources
The Pirate Zen Den
The Zen Den is available for students who need a safe and calming space to relax, refocus, and reset. Here is a video that showcases new advancements towards increasing student support.
Staff & Contact Information
Aleia Van Dyke, LCSW
Director of Community Schools & Mental Health
Foster & Homeless Youth Liaison
avandyke@wheatlandhigh.org
(530)633-3100 x225
Cory O'Neal, LMFT
Prevention & Intervention Specialist
coneal@wheatlandhigh.org
(530)633-3100 x124
Emily Coker, LCSW
School-based Therapist
ecoker@wheatlandhigh.org
(530) 633-3100 x234
America Gorman, LCSW
School-Based Therapist
agorman@wheatlandhigh.org
(530) 633-3100 x239
Jasmeen Claire
School Psychologist
(530) 633-3100 x227
jclaire@wheatlandhigh.org