As elementary school counselors, we want students and families to understand how confidentiality works in counseling. What students share with us in one-on-one sessions is private, except in certain situations where safety is a concern. Counselors must share information if a student:

• Says they want to hurt themselves

• Says they want to hurt someone else

• Shares that someone is hurting them

• Gives permission for us to share with another trusted adult at school or at home. 

With these exceptions in mind, please know that counselors may also share the skills and strategies we are practicing with your child. This allows parents and teachers to reinforce those tools at home and in the classroom. 

School counseling is about creating a safe, supportive space where children can express themselves, build confidence, and grow.