Resources
School Counseling Resources
Please check back frequently as new resources will be added!
>> Do you have a specific concern or question? Are you looking to initiate difficult or sensitive conversations with your child, but not sure where to start? Please give me a call! I can help direct you to helpful resources! <<
Care for Kids
Winter & Holiday Resources
The dropping temperatures, rising cost of heat, and holiday expenses can sometimes pose challenges for families. Please view this resource guide from the Howard Center, for a list of area supports. Please contact me if you have questions or would like help with any of these resources!
Parent Resource List
Please view my "Resource List" for a topic-specific, searchable document that is frequently updated with book reviews for children and adults, helpful websites, current research/articles, activity ideas, videos, etc.
Internet/Cyber Safety/Media
Common Sense Media- provides resources and research for parents on topics including books, movies, websites, tv shows, etc. Additional information and discussions regarding social networking sites, phone/mobile device safety, digital footprint, "fake news", digital literacy, etc.
Outside Counseling & Therapy
These lists from Howard Center and First Call, serve as a reference for you to select a therapist. These are in no way an endorsement or referral to a specific provider or group of providers. Check with your primary doctor for recommendations and with your insurance plan for an in-network provider.
Counseling Centers for Children, Adolescents, and Families in Chittenden Counties (offers a list of counseling centers and phone numbers)
Therapists in the Community Resource List (provides phone numbers, websites, addresses, and lists of therapists)
Grief, Death, & Loss
Coalition to Support Grieving Students
"What Not to Say" - This resource is written with school professionals in mind, but has some really helpful information on how to speak with students about death, dying, and loss.
"Talking with Children" - Also written for teachers but with some important information about how to initiate a conversation.
Grief Support and Resources - The Dougy Center
School Counselor Library
I have some resources in my "library" that you may borrow upon request.
Crisis Resources
(802) 488-7777
***Please Note: Individuals may contact the crisis line at any time for support. You and/or your child can n speak with a trusted, trained professional who will listen and direct you to more services if needed.***
Text "VT" to 741741
The Crisis Text line is available 24 hours a day. When you text, a live, trained Crisis Counselor receives the text message and will respond by asking the nature of your crisis. The Crisis Counselor will help you move from a hot moment to a cool moment, to stay safe and healthy, using active listening and suggesting referrals - all through text message, using Crisis Text Line's secure platform.