My Counselor
What is your counselor's name?
Mrs. Lindo
Can the counselor help you be more organized?
Yes, this is an executive functioning skill.
Can the counselor help with friendship issues?
Yes, talk one-on-one about peer problems, ask for a mediation, join a small group.
T/F: Some feelings are bad and others are good.
False, all feelings are valid, it's how we deal with them that matters.
Name one of the counselors favorite hobbies.
Reading, kayaking, yoga
Where is your counselor from?
Massachusetts
Can you go to the counselor to avoid your school work?
No chance. Any missed work will have to be made up.
Give an example of a playground problem the counselor might be able to help with.
Asking to join a game, solving an argument, nobody to play with, not sure what to do, bullying
Name one thing that helps you calm down when you're upset.
Reading, listening to music, taking a break, fidget toys, taking a walk, etc
What is the counselor's favorite vacation spot?
Bermuda
How many children does your counselor have?
4
Can the counselor help students with attention?
Yes, counselors know lots of tricks to help with attention and focus.
Give an example of an out-of-school problem the counselor might be able to help with.
Online bullying, family issues, homework issues, unsafe situations
T/F Emotions can have a physical effect on the body.
Yes, they can make our heart race, face turn red or white, stomach hurt, headache,etc
What are the steps to problem-solving? (name at least 1)
Stop, ID the problem, Brainstorm solutions, Pick one to try, if it doesn't work try a different one
What type of pets does your counselor have?
Dogs
The counselor will be mad if I do bad on a test.
No way! Trying your best is good enough.
T/F The counselor will tell me exactly how to solve my problem.
T/F It's easier for some people to control their emotions than others.
True, but all people can learn
What is a growth mindset? (if you don't know make a guess)
The belief that abilities can be developed through dedication and hard work. Mistakes are progress, power of yet.
What is your counselor's favorite snack food?
Ice Cream
The counselor can only help the students that are struggling in class.
False, the counselor can help all students, with all types of problems.
What is character building?
Learning to be a person that makes good choices and looks out for others.
Why is it important to learn how to control our emotions?
It is hard to focus, get along with others, make good choices when our emotions are out of control.
What is mindfulness? (If you don't know, make a guess)
The practice of paying attention to the present moment (focusing on senses, thoughts, feelings)