General
What is my name?
Ms. McRae
Something to do with friends
Having friendship conflicts
She's teaching us about what we want to be when we grow up
Career Education
A counsellor is magic
False - I wish ... but I do have a few magic wands
She plays an ice sport very regularly - what is it?
Ice Hockey
Where is my office?
Right next to the welcome room
Something to do with worries
Anxiety
She is teaching us to be flexible with our thinking
Growth Mindset
My counsellor can solve all my problems
False - again I wish...
She travelled to 4 countries this summer, name one
Spain, France, Italy, Portugal
How do you get to see the counsellor?
You may self refer or be referred by a teacher or parent
Something to do with family
fighting, divorce, illness, death
She talks to us about our range of feelings
Emotional Education
My counsellor has over 25 years of experience
True - I am old but tell me I look good
Why kind of pet does she have? bonus if you know his name
A white cat name Syrah
When is my counsellor available?
Everyday after recess to the end of the school day
Something to do with strong reactions
Anger control issues
She helps us understand what to do when big emotions take over our bodies
Coping Skills development
I can visit my counsellor anytime I want to
False - check in with your teacher first and we will figure it out
What does she do as a part time job that involves mindfulness?
Teaches Yoga
What are the three confidentiality rules in counselling?
I keep secrets unless...
you are harming yourself,
you are intending to harm another, or
someone is harming you.
Something to do with poor self confidence and self image leading to not caring for self
Hurting self, self harm, suicide
She talks with us about heavy topics like anxiety, depression, self harm, suicide
Mental Health Education
All feelings are OK and valid
Very True
She cheers for the BEST NHL hockey team .... who are they?
Edmonton Oilers