Riverside County Wellness Collaborative

The Riverside County Wellness Collaborative (RCWC), as part of RCOE’s Mental Health Initiative, will focus on developing relationships with districts, charter schools, and community partners in the areas of behavioral health supports.

The Collaborative will support:

  • Sharing of resources, knowledge and expertise

  • Opportunities to network and learn from one another

  • Assistance with designing a multi-tiered system of support (MTSS) for prevention, early intervention and intervention activities related to behavior health

  • Aligning goals and outcomes in the area of student health systems and billing infrastructure throughout Riverside County

  • Sustainability in the implementation of School-Based Mental Health

 

RCWC Upcoming Events

  • Kick-off to School-based Mental Health September 09, 2026 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

    Join us for the RCWC Kick-off to School-based Mental Health training where we will explore innovative strategies for integrating mental health across all three tiers as part of a Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS). From proactive measures to targeted interventions, you’ll be equipped with the knowledge and tools to create a supportive framework for students’ mental well-being.

  • Motivational Interviewing: A Treatment Technique to Support ALL Students September 17, 2026 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

    Participate in this training to learn about Motivational Interviewing (MI), an evidence-based, person-centered approach that strengthens motivation and supports behavior change. This session explores the foundational principles of Motivational Interviewing, including the Spirit of MI, the Stages of Change Model, and the Four Fundamental Processes of MI. Through interactive learning and practice, participants will learn how to engage students who are ambivalent, resistant, or facing barriers to change. The training emphasizes collaborative, strengths-based communication strategies that foster self-efficacy, engagement, and positive outcomes in school- and clinical-based settings.

  • Navigating the Alphabet Soup: Understanding Credentials, Licensure, and Roles in School Mental Health September 28, 2026 9:00 AM - 2:30 PM

    CTC, BBS, PPS, LPCC, CYBHI—what do they all mean?

    This session demystifies the complex landscape of school mental health credentials, licensure, and certifications, helping participants understand scopes of practice, workforce capacity, billing opportunities, and strategic staff deployment.

Contact

Theresa Stevens
Administrator
tstevens@rcoe.us
(951) 826-6255

Angelica Plascensia
RCWC Coordinator
aplascensia@rcoe.us
(951) 826-6255

Michelle Shaw-Williams
Administrator's Secretary
mshaw-williams@rcoe.us

Gina Garcia
Administrator's Secretary
gegarcia@rcoe.us