School Counselor Bios

Bio to come...

My name is Heather Bastedo, and I am a High School Counselor at North Bay Haven Charter Academy.  I grew up in northern Michigan and moved to Panama City Beach with my family in 2008.  I earned my Bachelor's degree in Psychology from Florida State University and my Masters of Education in School Counseling from Liberty University.  Prior to becoming a school counselor, I spent nine years working for a national non-profit health organization as a community development director planning fundraising events and ensuring programs and services for patients. 

I have a wonderful husband and together we have a daughter who graduated from NBH and currently attends the University of Florida, and  Jack, a miniature Schnauzer.  We are all so thrilled to be a part of the North Bay Haven family!

My name is Deborah Viera, and I am a High School Counselor at North Bay Haven. I have been a School Counselor with the Haven Inc. family since 2009. I remember the day I was notified that 2 of my children were accepted to attend Bay Haven through the lottery; we were all so excited! I knew immediately that I wanted to work at a Haven school and experience the High Expectations/High Achievements. I patiently waited a year for a position to open and the rest is history. 

I was born and raised in Panama City. After graduating from Rutherford High School, I continued my education at Gulf Coast Community College, Florida State University, and earned a Master’s Degree in Counseling and Psychology from Troy State University. 

I am married to my wonderful husband and have three beautiful children spanning in range from college to elementary. 

I am excited to be a Buccaneer and look forward to a great year!