I was dealing with bullying behavior of students around me and depression undiagnosed when I was in 8th grade. One of my teachers tried the desk solution you suggested and I just sobbed until she put me back into my regular seat. I did not want to be singled out.

That was over 50 years ago but your mention of the desk solution brought it immediately to my mind.

The teacher was trying to help me. But I could not deal with that type of solution.

Don't know if this helps you at all.