ArtSpace School Counseling

The School Counselor’s role is to promote the academic, social and emotional success of all students. This is accomplished through individual and small group counseling, classroom lessons, and program coordination.

For further information, please see the following American School Counselor Association descriptions.

The Essential Role of Elementary School Counselors

The Essential Role of Middle School Counselors

In the event of a non-medical mental health or substance use crisis, please contact the following resources, available 24/7/365:

• Mobile Crisis (all ages, they come to your location): (888) 573-1006

• The Caiyalynn Burrell Child Crisis Center (ages 17 and under): (877) 277-8873,  277 Biltmore Ave

• Asheville Vaya Health Mental Health Line (all ages): 1 (800) 849-6127 

For medical emergency or immediate safety concern: call 9-1-1

Crisis support hotlines

• National Suicide Lifeline: 988

• NAMI Helpline: 800-950-6264

• Trevor Hotline (LGBTQ-specific): 1-866-488-7386

• Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 

The student and counselor relationship is based on reciprocated trust and respect. When working with a student we will not share information unless we are concerned about the health or safety of them or another individual. We encourage students to have open dialogue with their families, and welcome the opportunity to collaborate with families and teachers as seen fit.