I meet with students on a short-term basis as needed. Check in's are typically 5-20 minutes long during the school day, and they are always confidential. Parents are not always notified before or after I meet with a student. I assure you, I will call if I think it is necessary or just to touch base.
If you are interested in having a longer-term counselor, we have School-Based Clinical Counseling available through Commquest Counseling. I also have a list of outside resources available to share with you.
Common topics I talk to students about: friendship, grief/loss, schoolwork, family changes, bullying, work refusal, fears/worries, behavior.