Next Step

During the 2025–2026 school year, Next Step Community Solutions reached over 15,000 students! We’re grateful to be part of a community working to make mental health support more accessible for students across Texas! #YouthMentalHealth #MentalHealthMatters

Today is International Stress Awareness Day, and while we're all aware of the stress in our lives, let's take time to think about how we manage it and the emotions it makes us feel. Even on your busiest days, taking care of your mental health matters! #MentalHealthMatters

⏰ CLOCKED IN / CLOCKED OUT ⏰ Clocked IN: Making a difference in the lives of young people through our REACH and Sources of Strength programs! Clocked OUT: Enjoying some baseball, getting lost in a good book, and exploring her creative side through art! #MeetTheStaff

Let's remember some quick tips to help stay safe, make confident choices, and enjoy all the Halloween fun this year! Have a wonderful and candy-filled Halloween! #HappyHalloween

Our team has enjoyed all the Halloween season has to offer with festivities in our office and with opportunities around the community to share some festival fun! Stay safe and have a Happy Halloween however you are celebrating this year! #HappyHalloween

But wait, there's more! We are also celebrating 2 years of Ashley Darnell! We’re so grateful to have Ashley on the Next Step team! Thank you for all of your hard work over the last two years! #mentalhealthmatters #workanniversary

As one of our program specialists, Katie helps empower students to build connections, strengthen peer support, and create a culture where mental health and well-being are prioritized! Congratulations on two wonderful years of making a difference to hundreds of students!

Help us wish a very happy birthday to Aracely Cummings one of our wonderful counselors serving families here in Texas! Wishing you a birthday filled with joy, laughter, and all the things that make you smile, Aracely!

Sometimes, the most important first step is simply starting the conversation! On our website, we explore some ways you can talk to those in your life on how to support each other during tough moments! Explore our resources here! buff.ly/DRFklih #YouthMentalHealth

⏰ CLOCKED IN / CLOCKED OUT ⏰ Meet Brandon, our Executive Director! Clocked IN: Working to make a lasting difference in the lives of students and families. Clocked OUT: Exploring new places, traveling, and making memories with family! #ClockedInClockedOut