There has never been a more critical time for school-based mental health services, and this new edited volume will become a seminal contribution for those engaged in this work. Bravo to all who have contributed to this important new book!; Mary Ann McCabe, PhD, ABPP, George Washington University School of Medicine, Washington, DC, USA; Cole and Kokai's Consultation and Mental Health Interventions in School Settings: A Scientist-Practitioner's Guide arrives in a very timely manner, with documented increases in mental health issues and disorders in children and youth. The editors and authors offer a solution - a simple yet elegant practice model, the consultation model for psychological services in schools.Cole and Kokai have done a masterful job. Both have a stellar professional background with impeccable relevant experience. Authors keep to their task, i.e., explaining how the model can be used for specific student diagnoses, conditions, and issues. Unique and helpful contributions are seen throughout the book.This book delivers on what is promised. It is an extremely useful resource for school psychology training g purposes. In my opinion, it should be read by every practicing school psychologist. Reviewed by Debra Lean, Section on Psychology in Education, Ontario Psychological Association, in Journal of Psychoeducational Assessment (2021), 39, 264-266;Consultation and Mental Health Interventions in School Settings: A Scientist-Practitioner's Guide offers comprehensive advice on, and examples of, how to establish and provide mental health services and supports in schools. This volume includes theoretical frameworks, research findings, evidence-based approaches, case studies and practical resources designed to equip practitioners and systems with the knowledge and skills required to meet the mental health needs of all students. Cole and Kokai are highly accomplished practitioners, researchers, authors and leaders in child and adolescent psychology and school psychology, known for their tireless advocacy work. [They] have arranged their chapters thoughtfully and ensured consistent structure and reference points, guaranteeing the book as a whole is cohesive. Their "integrated consultation and intervention model for school psychology" is the centrepiece and it holds immense value for school-based professionals, schools and the broader sectors within which they exist. The text is written in a very simple and accessible way, yet it is comprehensive. It has achieved a balance of theory and practice that few textbooks do. In addition, there are numerous practical resources that can be printed or accessed digitally. Cole and Kokai have done a wonderful job covering the many elements of what is a very complex role in schools. I recommend this book to counsellors, mental health clinicians and psychologists working in and with schools. It would also likely be of interest and use to policy makers in education and mental health portfolios, school leaders, student psychologists, academics teaching educational psychology and school-based mental health subjects, and researchers working with schools to design and evaluate mental health interventions. Reviewed by Emina McLean, School of Education, La Trobe University, Melbourne, Australia, in Australian Journal of Learning Difficulties (2022), 27, 181-183;Schools are often overwhelmed by the challenges of addressing growing needs for mental health services. In their edited volume Consultation and Mental Health Interventions in School Settings, Cole and Kokai offer helpful guidance and resources for providing consultation and intervention in school settings. [They] present an integrated school-based consultation and intervention model that addresses a continuum of goals and services. Practitioners will appreciate [the] downloadable resources such as handouts for psychoeducation and professional development, sample protocols, surveys and assessment tools, and links to additional resources.This book will be useful for graduate students or for practitioners seeking guidance and resources for providing a range of mental health services in schools. Even seasoned professionals will likely appreciate the up-to-date references and practical resources for providing both direct and consultative services in school settings. Reviewed by Kim Sherman in NASP Communiqué, 51, 38 (2023);