Who Am I?
What is my name?
Ms. Ford
What does a school therapist do?
A school therapist helps students solve problems and explore their emotions. They can help students feel better or have a safe space to talk to if they need to vent
If I have to see a therapist that means that something is seriously wrong with me
FALSE: Many people see therapists. Therapists are there to help you with problems so you don't feel alone. You should never feel ashamed to see a therapist.
Velma is worried about a test that she has coming up. She keeps thinking that she's going to fail. Every time she thinks about the test, she gets butterflies in her stomach and tenses up. She plans to fake sick so she doesn't have to go to school.
Anxiety
How long have I worked at this school?
This will be my 2nd year
When can you talk to the school therapist? a) in the hallway b) any time you feel that you need to talk to someone c) while taking a test
A therapist will not judge me for what I tell them
TRUE: A therapist will not judge you for what you say or do. It is a safe space to completely be yourself.
Suzie has been in a low mood lately. She feels tired all the time and doesn't want to do the fun activities that she used to do. She feels hopeless and doesn't think things will get better.
Depression/Sad
Where is my office?
In the media center/library
What's the difference between a school therapist and a school counselor?
A school counselor mainly helps you with problems at school (teachers, academics, friendships, bullying). A school therapist can help you with ANY problem you have (problem with family, uncomfortable emotions, friends outside of school)
The school therapist will keep all my secrets. She won't tell anyone what we talk about
FALSE: A therapist will not tell people what you tell them unless you tell them 3 things
1: you want to harm yourself
2. you want to harm someone else
3: they feel you're in danger
The therapist may ask you if they can share certain information with people if they feel that it's important for them to know, but they will always ask for permission
Gerald has been on 10! He has been yelling a classmates and gets into fights. He talks back to the teacher and doesn't listen. He sometimes blurts out answers even when the teacher tells him to wait his turn.
Intermittent Explosive Disorder