Understanding Counseling
Question: What is one reason a student might visit a school counselor?
Answer: To get help with academic stress or personal issues, friends, family concerns
Question: Name one common feeling that students might experience during stressful situations.
Anxiety
Who is your School Counselor
Ms.Oston
Question: True or False: Counselors only help with academic issues
Answer: False. Counselors also help with personal, emotional, and social issues.
Question: What is a healthy way to deal with anger?
Answer: Taking deep breaths, talking to someone about it, or engaging in a physical activity.
How long has Ms.Oston been a school Counselor with Uplift?
2 years
Question: What does confidentiality mean in counseling?
Answer: It means that what you share with the counselor is private and not shared with others without permission.
Question: True or False: It’s okay to feel sad sometimes.
Answer: True. Feeling sad is a normal part of life.
Question: What is an example of a situation where a counselor might involve a parent or guardian?
Answer: If a student is in danger or needs additional support that involves their family.
Question: What is one technique to help manage anxiety?
Answer: Practicing mindfulness or deep breathing exercises.
Question: If a student is having trouble dealing with a recent family move or change, what can they do?
Answer: They can visit a school-based therapist to talk about their feelings and adjust to the changes.
Question: How can journaling help with emotional health?
Answer: It allows you to express and reflect on your feelings and thoughts.