Who Am I?
Where do I live?
Essex
Can you approach me and ask when we can meet?
Yes
The school counselor will not tell you exactly what to do when you have a problem. So, how will I help?
I will help by helping you think about different ways to solve or cope with your problems.
Will I keep everything you tell me confidential?
No - there are exceptions
You can always see the school counselor whether your problem is big or small?
True
I used to coach what sport? And where?
Girls Varsity Basketball at Milton High School
No - you need to ask your teacher for permission
The school counselor is here to help create a _____ & _____ school environment.
safe and happy
I will keep a secret about you or someone else getting hurt.
False
Should I be the ONLY person you talk to about your feelings and problems?
No - everyone at the school is here to help YOU feel happy and safe.
How many siblings do I have?
15
Do I only meet with specific students?
No - I will meet with any students that might need help or support
Do I meet with your teachers to tell them everything I know about you OR do I work with them to help you be successful in the classroom?
I will work with your teachers to help you be successful in the classroom.
What is confidentiality?
Confidentiality is when the school counselor keeps what we talk about private unless:
Someone is hurting you
You want to hurt someone else
You want to hurt yourself
You give me permission to share with a trusted adult
The only time you will work with me is if you have a problem?
No - you will see me weekly in teaching guidance and for lunch bunches.
You may even be in a small group or we might meet to just check-in.
How many years have I been a school counselor?
6 years!
Can you show up in my space for a lunch bunch?
No - you will need to request one by filing out the form or ask/schedule one with me.
When you visit the school counselor, what do you think they will do first?
a) Immediately call you parents to find out what they know
b) Probably give you a test to figure out the problem
c) Talk with you about what you think the problem is
c) Talk with you about what you think the problem is
You got into an argument with your friend and talked about it with Ms. Alissa. Now, she will tell my teachers.
No - only if you give me permission to share or if it affects your school day
Name the 3 main ways you might see me
- Guidance class
- Small groups
- Individually