Individual counseling occurs on a one-to-one, as-needed basis.  This interaction between a student and the counselor provides a student with the opportunity to explore ideas, share their feelings, and resolve crises.  Some common issues discussed include:  Building self-image, improving relations with their peers, communication skills, coping with change, dealing with stress, loss, or crises.  Students are referred to the school counselor by their parents, their teachers, or themselves.

*School counseling must be brief in nature due to limited time constraints, and is not intended to be long-term therapy. If therapy is desired, the school counselor is available to coordinate  a referral to a community agency.

         Small groups are offered throughout the year for students who need or desire more school counseling related work.  Specific, age-appropriate topics discussed in small groups include anger management and friendship skills.  Groups are offered at each grade level with 4-6 students for six weeks at a time.  Group members share ideas, gain new knowledge, learn from each other, and practice skills.