Class lessons are an integral part of the elementary school counseling program and important to every student’s academic success. One of the most effective ways for school counselors to help prevent academic problems is by discussing self-esteem issues such as peer relationships, stress, or dealing with feelings and emotions in large group guidance lessons in the classroom. The lessons are preventative in nature, designed to reach all students, and are taught in the classroom by the counselor. Other topics that could be taught are empathy, problem-solving and anger management skills.

I am available to meet individually with a student in circumstances when a student's educational success is being impacted or issues arise with the child. The school counselor spends time working with individual students to improve their social skills, discuss feelings, empower, and provide problem solving methods. 

I offers a variety of group counseling opportunities based on student needs. These groups include new student transitions, resilience skills, leadership opportunities, friendship, and a variety of social and emotional skills.