Professional school counselors are trained in both education and counseling, allowing them to function as a facilitator between parents, teachers, and students in matters concerning the student’s goals, abilities and any areas needing improvement. School Counselors are professional educators with a mental health perspective who understand and respond to the challenges presented by today’s diverse student population.

• Individual and small group counseling (short term interventions)

• Crisis intervention counseling

• Conflict resolution and peer facilitation

• Consultation/collaboration

• Referrals to outside services (including mental and physical health)

• Student Advocacy

• Advocate for individual students

• Advocate for positive change in the school and in the district