BHS Wellness
How many wellness counselors are there at BHS?
4
True or False: You only need to take care of your mental health if you have a mental health condition.
False, everyone can benefit from taking active steps to promote their well-being and improve their mental health. Similarly, everyone can take active steps to engage in healthy habits to optimize their physical health.
True or False: You need an appointment to utilize drop-in hours?
False - No appointment is necessary. Students are able to access drop-in hours on a first come, first serve basis.
Fear, worry, stigma, and other factors.
True or False: I need my parent(s) or guardian(s) permission to see a wellness counselor?
False, students are able to access wellness support without parent or guardian permission.
True or False: students should only connect with a wellness counselor when they are concerned about their mental health?
False, students can connect with wellness counselors around any stressors they are experiencing (friend conflict, relationship stressors, family challenges, academic stress, etc.)
True or False: Wellness Counselors are required to keep all information confidential.
False, most information shared with a wellness counselor is confidential, with the exception of safety related concerns.
True or False: Having time to rest and relax is important to your mental health?
True, it is very important to find time to rest, relax, and recharge. It is also important to find time to do safe things you enjoy (ie. hanging out with friends, watching your favorite show, spending time outdoors).
Name one Wellness Counselor
Where can a student locate a wellness counselor?
In A134 or A136 (counseling office)