hermosa Schools Counseling Program
The Hermosa Schools Counseling Program empowers students to become life-long learners and positively impact our diverse community. Our students learn the essential skills to become responsible, resilient, healthy, inclusive, and safe.
Upcoming Event - Mental Health Awareness Week at HVS • May 6-10, 2024
The Hermosa Schools Counseling Program provides innovative, student-centered programming to nurture the social/emotional, academic, and career development of Hermosa students. Aligned with the American School Counselor Association National Model, our counselors are committed to a multi-tier system of support that:
Removes barriers to academic and social-emotional wellness
Promotes inclusivity and help for all students
Empowers students to reach their goals and be leaders
Provides a foundation for success in high school and beyond
Our amazing Hermosa Schools Counseling Team (pictured left to right) includes:
Troi Boucher, Hermosa View & Vista School Counselor
Cassy Ryley, Hermosa Valley School Counselor
STUDENT SUPPORT
Parents/Guardians/Staff - If you would like a school counselor to meet with your child/student individually, please complete the HVS Counseling Referral Form.
If you're a student, please email your school counselor or fill out an appointment request slip available in counseling rooms/offices. Our school counselors' doors are always open for student drop-ins.
If you have a serious and immediate safety concern regarding a student (yourself or a friend), please call 9-1-1.
If your concern needs immediate mental health attention, support is also available by contacting one of the providers listed below.
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline and CrisisChat: Call 988
Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741
Didi Hirsch Mental Health Services: (877) 727-4747
LA County Department of Mental Health (LACDMH) Helpline: (800) 854-7771
The Trevor Project: Call (866) 488-7386 or text START to 678678
Our HVS Counseling Program is generously supported by our HBEF. They recognize the importance of social-emotional support in our student's lives. In addition to full-time counselors, HBEF provides care both inside and outside the classroom through various HVS student wellness initiatives. These include Friendship Clubs, the Say Something Program, the Start with Hello Week, HVS Wellness Centers/Room, and the Valley School Spirit Games. Visit HBEF.ORG to learn more about them.