Social/Emotional Support
Ms. Thomas would love to help students navigate social and emotional issues that arise. Please make an appointment or swing by the High School Counseling Office - especially in the case of an emergency. Families are also encouraged to reach out if the social/emotional issues are impacting their child's ability to learn and succeed at school. Feel free to send an email or pick up the phone!
Check out the following local and national tried and true resources. If you're looking for something you weren't able to find here, let Ms. Thomas know!
Confidentiality Statement
As a professional School Counselor, Ms. Thomas' goal is to maintain strict confidentiality when it comes to students and families at Littleton High School. All meetings held with the School Counselor will remain confidential unless the student or parent/guardian gives permission to share information with related parties.
However, circumstances do arise when we must disclose information to appropriate professionals based on NH state law. Our ultimate goal is to keep all members of the LHS community safe from harm. Reasons for reporting include the following: students in danger of harming themselves, students in danger of harming others, and students in danger of being harmed by others.
Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 to connect with a Crisis Counselor
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: The Lifeline is a 24-hour, toll-free suicide prevention service available to anyone in suicidal crisis or their friends and loved ones. Call 1-800-273-TALK (8255). Callers are routed to the closest possible crisis center in their area
The Trevor Project: The only nationwide, 24/7 crisis and suicide prevention lifeline offering free and confidential counseling for LGBTQIA+ youth, available at 1-866-488-7386 or you can text 678-678
TransLifeline: A trans-led organization that connects trans people to community support. Call (877) 565-8860
Love is Respect: Offers 24/7 information, support, and advocacy to young people between the ages of 13 and 26 who have questions or concerns about their romantic relationships
That's Not Cool: Dedicated to decreasing teen dating violence due to technology, and is increasing awareness for healthy teen relationships online
Friends - Your Life Your Voice: Your go-to place for all sorts of friendship issues and advice
North Country Pride: North Country Pride is an organization where we can ALL come together to celebrate diversity and honor our LGBTQIA+ residents
The Trevor Project Resource Center: The Trevor Project is the world’s largest suicide prevention and crisis intervention organization for LGBTQIA+ young people
TrevorSpace: TrevorSpace is an affirming, online community for LGBTQIA+ young people between the ages of 13-24 years old. With over 400,000 members across the globe, you can explore your identity, get advice, find support, and make friends in a moderated community intentionally designed for you
It Gets Better Project: The It Gets Better Project is a nonprofit organization with a mission to uplift, empower, and connect lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer youth around the globe
Calm Harm App: Calm Harm is a free app that provides tasks to help you resist or manage the urge to self-harm. You can make it private by setting a password, and personalize the app if you so wish. You will be able to track your progress to notice changes
Clear Fear App: Clear Fear is a free app that provides you with a range of ways to manage the symptoms of anxiety
Understanding Stress and Anxiety: Check out this resource to learn more about stress and anxiety, and how to cope
Teen Sleep Hub: The one-stop shop for all you need to know about sleep (and how it impacts your mental health!). If you’re looking for advice on how to sleep better, would like tips on tweaking your routine, or help to understand the science behind your sleep patterns, you’ll find it all here
Center for New Beginnings: 229 Cottage Street Littleton (603) 444-6465
Northern Human Services - White Mountain Mental Health: 29 Maple Street Littleton (603) 444-5358
Ammonoosuc Community Health: 25 Mt. Eustis Road Littleton (603) 444-2462
The Family Support Warm Line: A free phone-in service where callers can talk confidentially to a family support professional to get help with everything from coping strategies, child behaviors, and family dynamics, to household management, basic needs relief, and family empowerment. Call 1-800-640-6486 M-F 8:30-4:30 for support
211 NH: 211 NH is the connection for New Hampshire residents to the most up-to-date resources they need from specially trained Information and Referral Specialists. 211 NH is available 24 hours, 365 days a year. Call 211 for services
Step Up Parents: Step Up Parents is a local organization offering financial assistance and support to relative/kinship caregivers in New Hampshire who have selflessly stepped up to care for children whose biological parents struggle with substance use disorder. If your family or someone you know is stepping up for others, please check out the Step Up Parents website. There you’ll find resources, virtual support groups, and an application to apply for aid
