Youth Mental Health & Technology
WHAT PARENTS NEED TO KNOW
This free event is part of the At the Forefront Event Series,
in partnership with the Mountain View Whisman School District
Event Details
Friday, May 8, 2026
6:00 PM
Graham Middle School Auditorium
Doors open at 5:30 PM for check-in.
Programming begins promptly at 6:00 PM.
*Translation services available
Discussion Topics
Influence of technology & social media on youth development & mental health
Ways to support healthy & balanced technology use
Signs that a young person may need additional support
Practical steps to take when concerns arise
Resources available to support families & caregivers
Event Format
Parent & Caregiver Panel
Led by Palo Alto University
A guided conversation with clinical and community experts, focused on youth mental health and technology.
Parents and caregivers may attend the panel while their child participates in the youth session.
Youth Session
Led by MV Whisman School District
An age-appropriate space for students focused on emotional regulation, resilience, and peer discussion.
Parents and caregivers may attend the panel while their child participates in the youth session.
Meet the Panel
Jessica DiVento Dzuban, PsyD
Clinical Psychologist, Global Head of Mental Health Policy at TikTok, and Board Member of Palo Alto University
Martha Hernández, PhD
Director of Families and Wellness, RMHC-Bay Area Clinical Faculty, Palo Alto University
Greer Stone, J.D.
Vice Mayor, City of Palo Alto,
Teacher, Carlmont High School
Aviva Wilcox, PsyD, PMH-C
Distinguished Professor of Clinical Supervision; Interim Assistant Director of the Clinics at PAU
About The Clinics @ PAU
The Clinics @ PAU provide low-cost, evidence-based mental health services for adults, children, adolescents, couples, and families. Services are available in person in Santa Clara County and virtually across California.
Care is delivered by graduate trainees under the supervision of licensed clinicians and faculty. Our clinic options include:
Community Clinic
Sliding-scale counseling for individuals, couples, and families
(650) 961-9300
Clínica Latina
Bilingual (English/Spanish), culturally responsive services for the Latinx community
(650) 417-2037
Sexual and Gender Identities Clinic (SGIC)
Affirming care for LGBTQ+ individuals and related mental health needs
(650) 961-9300
eClinic@PAU
Fully online mental health services available across California
