Elementary Counseling support

Elementary school counselors are here to support your child’s academic success, social-emotional growth, and career awareness. We work with students, families, and teachers to help every child feel safe, supported, and ready to learn.

How Counselors Support Children at School

Social Emotional Support

• Teach lessons on friendship, kindness, respect, and problem-solving

• Provide strategies for managing big feelings like worry, frustration, or anger

• Offer small groups or one-on-one support for students who need extra help

Academic Support

• Help students set goals and build confidence in their learning

• Encourage organization, study habits, and perseverance

• Partner with teachers to support classroom success

Career Support

• Expose students to a wide variety of careers through books, speakers, and activities

• Teach skills like teamwork, responsibility, and goal-setting

• Help children understand how what they learn in school connects to their future

Family and Community Connection

• Communicate with parents about concerns and celebrate student progress

• Connect families with community resources when needed

• Organize events that bring families into the learning process

Why It Matters?

Elementary years set the foundation for your child’s success in school and beyond. Counselors help students feel confident, capable, and connected—so they can thrive today and be prepared for tomorrow. They establish a crucial foundation for students' academic, social, and emotional growth during a critical developmental period. They provide essential services such as teaching social-emotional skills, supporting academic development through study skills and goal-setting, identifying student needs, and connecting students and families with resources. By fostering a safe and supportive environment, counselors help all students reach their full potential and prepare for future success. 

Have questions or want to connect? Your school counselor is here to help! Please reach out anytime.

Important Phone Numbers

The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-800-273-TALK

The Access & Crisis Line San Diego 1-888-724-7240

The Crisis Text Line - Text HOME to 741741

211: San Diego region’s trusted source for access to community, health, social, and disaster services. A local non-profit operating 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

California Warmline 1-855-7415 

The Trevor Project 1-866-488-7386 (supporting LGBTQ)

National Domestic Violence Hotline 1-800-799-7233

Child Abuse Hotline 1-800-344-600 

1-855-4AParent  California Parent and Youth Helpline provides support and resource referrals to parent and youth during the current COVID-19 pandemic, 7-days a week from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Call or text

Disclaimer: The links  and ideas on this site are purely for educational purposes and are not intended as psychological interventions or as a substitute for psychological treatment. If you are in need of psychological help you should seek the consultation of a licensed mental health professional.