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Counseling

Who is an Elementary School Counselor?

Who is an Elementary School Counselor?

  • An Elementary School Counselor is a certified professional who works within a child's total environment to assist him/her in addressing his/her academic, behavioral, emotional and social needs.
  • An Elementary School Counselor helps to empower children to feel good about themselves and aids them in the process of making positive decisions that lead to healthy and meaningful lives.
  • An Elementary School Counselor serves children and their families, teachers, administrators and the community.
What does the Elementary School Counselor do?

What does the Elementary School Counselor do?

  • Serves as a "friendly helper" for ALL students by providing services in the following areas: academic development, personal/social development and career development.
  • Teaches developmental classroom guidance lessons, which are intended to support and compliment the efforts of parents and classroom teachers.
  • Provides counseling services to students through individual and small group sessions.
  • Consults with parents, teachers, administrators, and community agencies and aids in coordinating referrals to outside agencies.
How can a School Counselor help?

How can a School Counselor help?

The School Counselor can provide support services to
address a number of issues, including (though certainly
not limited to) the following: 
  • Anger Management
  • Coping Skills
  • Grief and Loss
  • Anxiety
  • Divorce/Changing Families
  • Self-Esteem
  • Behavior Modification
  • Friendship Skills
  • Social Skills
How does a Student See a School Counselor?

How does a Student See a School Counselor?

  • Referral for counseling may be done by the parent, the teacher, or through self-referral.
  • Individual counseling is available to students on a short term or intermittent basis.  
  • At different times during the year small support groups are offered to students with common needs or concerns.
  • Parents with questions or concerns regarding their child are encouraged to contact the counselor.