Who is your counsellor?
TRUE OR FALSE
I am a sounding board, mentor, safe space and listening ear.
True
You are my number one priority and I would love to help you in any way I can if you allow me to.
True or False:
The counsellor helps you learn how to explore, name, and cope with your feelings.
True
What days will Ms. Wambui be in school this academic year?
ALL of them!
True or False:
The counsellor will make you see her, even if you do not want to.
False.
I will never make you spend time with me if you do not want to - having your own choice is important to me!
What are the full names of your counsellor?
Wambui Emily Muiga
True or False:
The counsellor only focuses on your weaknesses and tells you what you are doing wrong.
Super Duper False!
I focus on your strengths and how you can use those as a superpower to help you succeed!
True or False:
Teachers or parents/guardians might request that the counsellor meets with a student for individual counselling.
True
What are some topics you might GUESS we could cover in individual/group counseling and classroom lessons?
A. Stress and Coping Skills
B. Friendship
C. Resiliency
D. Conflict Resolution
E. All of the Above
E. All of the Above
I will cover whatever you need help with!
Two truths and a lie
My office is in the DEN, I can help you get out of detention, I keep secrets.
Sorry! I cannot get you out of detention but will help you reflect on the choices and realize how to make better decisions.
What can the counsellor help you with?
A. Anxiety
B. Self-Esteem
C. Relationships
D. Anger
E. All of the Above
E. All of the Above - plus many, many more!
True or False:
The counsellor can only help students who have big problems.
FALSE!
All problems are important, valid, and worthy of outside help if you want or need it.
What is the one area that the counsellor is NOT responsible for?
A. Helping with emergencies
B. Discipline
C. Working with teachers and families if necessary
D. Providing a space to work through struggles
Counsellors are not responsible for disciplining students. You are never in trouble when you come to the counsellor. Together, we can work on how to make better choices in the future.
What are some of the things that Ms. Wambui likes? List any 3 that you can remember.
Sleeping, hiking, travelling, swimming, playing with my dogs and cats, watching movies and running.
A school counsellor listens to your problems and then tells you exactly what you should do to fix them.
Yes or No?
Immediately No
We work TOGETHER to create solutions.
Which of the following is NOT a way to reach out to Ms. Wambui?
A. Talk to your teacher and receive permission to visit the counselor's office.
B. Leave class without telling anyone.
C. Tell a parent/guardian that you would like them to reach out to the counsellor for you.
B.
Always get permission to leave class and visit the counsellor. COUNSELLOR PASS
True or False:
If you visit Ms. Wambui, you may be offered games and creative activities to help explore feelings and learn coping skills.
True
Playing and creating are great ways to explore what you're feeling and learn new skills.
What is Ms Wambui's favorite question?
"How are you feeling?" :)
What are 3 ways the counsellor can schedule to meet with you at school?
Individual Counseling
Group Counseling
Classroom Visits
If possible, what do I need to make sure I have done before I visit the counsellor?
Try being a problem solver FIRST, then reach out for help.
Get help ASAP if it's an emergency.
Select the times the counsellor is required to break confidentiality:
A. Someone is hurting you.
B. You want to hurt yourself.
C. You want to hurt someone else.
D. Someone else is hurt.
E. You give permission to share.
F. ALL of the above.
ALL of the above
Counselors are required to tell in those circumstances to keep people safe.
Your safety is my number 1 priority.