Does the counselor provide individual counseling?

Individual counseling is a portion of the comprehensive school counseling program. Students have the option to visit the school counselor in a confidential setting with the permission of the teacher or with a note from the counselor. Individual counseling is generally short-term and goal-oriented. Students are encouraged to discuss fears, stress, anxiety, family troubles, safety, academic concerns, social conflicts, and a wide variety of other subjects. If a student needs ongoing therapy, the school counselor will facilitate a referral to an outside mental health professional.

How can a counselor help your child?

Academics                    

1. Homework tips    
2. Test taking strategies
3. Organizational and study skills
4. Managing transitions

Career

1. Identifying interests and aptitudes
2. Goal setting

Personal/Social

1. Strengthening peer relationships
2. Developing interpersonal skills
3. Acquiring self knowledge
4. Resolving conflicts
5. Bullying
6. Social media/internet safety
7. Stress management
8. Positive mental health
9. Healthy decision making

How might my child see you?

Referrals to the school counselors can come from a variety sources, including

1. Teacher/Staff
2. Principal
3. School nurse
4. Parent(s)/Guardian(s) - feel free to call me or email me
5. Intervention & Referral Services Committee (I&RS)
6. Child Study Team

What is kept confidential when the counselor meets with a child?

Part of being a professional school counselor is adhering to the American School Counseling Association’s Ethical Standards. My primary obligation is to the student, who is to be treated with respect. I also respect the role of parents and guardians. I will keep information confidential unless disclosure is required to prevent clear and present danger to the student or others, or when legal requirements demand that I reveal information.

Are there any limitations to the services a school counselor can provide?