Meet YOUR Counselor
What is the name of your school psychologist?
Ms. Christine
What are the two types of counseling?
Group or Individual
Should you tell an adult if you are feeling unsafe or if something is hurting you?
Yes!
Counseling is just for talking about feelings.
False. We will do many different things in counseling like playing games, practicing social skills, working on our learning skills, and more.
What room does Ms. Christine work in?
Room 11
Does a psychologist give out discipline?
No, you are NOT in trouble if you come see us.
How can you get counseling on the days Ms. Christine is not here?
Talk to your teacher. Even if you are not able to have counseling on that day, your teacher will let me know to schedule a session with you ASAP.
If I need to talk, I can just leave class.
False! You can ask your teacher and I will see you as soon as I am available.
If it's an emergency, let your teacher know it's an emergency and she or he can call us or send us a message.
Where is Ms. Christine from?
Philadelphia (or Pennsylvania is acceptable)
Name a way the psychologist can help you.
Can help with: emotions, interacting with friends, staying focused, showing respect, talking things out, etc.!
When is my psychologist available?
I am here during the school day on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays. However, I may be working with a student, teacher, parent, or in a meeting. This is why it's important for you to tell your teacher you need to see me.
I can ask my counselor if there is a particular activity I want to do in counseling.
True! Counseling works best when you are involved and excited about what we are doing!
What days is Ms. Christine here?
Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays
Is a psychologist the same as a teacher?
No, a teacher is in charge of your learning. A psychologist tries to identify how you learn best and makes sure you are ready to learn.
What is Confidentiality?
It means that your psychologist will not tell other people what you say during counseling.
You can only see a counselor if you have a BIG problem.
False! Sometimes we have big reactions to smaller problems and need help managing!
How often do you have counseling?
It depends on the student!!! (But if you want to know you can ask in your teacher or Ms. Christine)
Does the psychologist just do counseling?
No, she does a bunch of other things! Like:
- Testing
- Writing up evaluations
- Observing students
- Working with teachers
- Meeting with parents
What are the limits to Confidentiality?
A psychologist needs to share what you say in counseling if you share that:
- You are being hurt by someone else.
- You are hurting someone else.
- You are hurting yourself.
All of my emotions are good.
True! All emotions are valid and necessary. It is how we behave due to our emotions that can be positive or negative.