In our commitment to educating the whole person, the Health and Wellness Counselors at STVM support all students' social, emotional, and academic needs. They are available during the school day to meet with students individually or in groups and conduct classroom lessons. 

Ways we can help include, but are not limited to:

• Working with students to communicate with parents, teachers, and administrators. 

• Helping advocate for the individual needs of students and families and assist them in advocating for themselves. 

• Working with students to help assess abilities, interests, and achievements to help them make decisions about their future. 

• Providing professional assistance and support to a student or small group of students during times of transition, heightened stress, critical change, or other situations impeding student success. 

• Recognizing and responding to student mental health needs and assisting students and families seeking resources.

• Sharing strategies that support student achievement with parents, teachers, other educators, and community organizations 

• Providing referrals for students and families to school or community resources for additional assistance and information.

Mrs. Amy Gay (Serves families with last names M-Z)

Amy has a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with a Minor in Applied Conflict Management, a Master of Education in School Counseling, and an Educational Specialist Degree in Counseling, all from Kent State University. Amy has more than 12 years of experience working with youth and more than ten years of experience working in a school setting.  Amy is very excited to start this journey at St. Vincent-St. Mary High School! She is passionate about her work to help students and their families and believes every student can become their best self. Amy strives to provide a calm, warm, and non-judgmental environment. If you have questions or need to contact Amy, you can call at (330) 253-9113. Ext. 182, email agay@stvm.com.  Students can request to see Mrs. Gay by filling out this form: Request to see Amy (this is only for student use). Let's make it a wonderful year!

Ms. Tara McCants (Serves families with last names A-L)

Tara has a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Master of Arts in School Counseling, both from Walsh University. She has been working as a school counselor for 11 years, with the majority of that time being at a school in Washington, D.C. Tara is happy to be a part of the STVM family, and she is committed to creating a nurturing environment where every student feels valued and empowered. Tara can be reached by phone at 330-253-9113 ext 131 or by email at tmccants@stvm.com. Students fill out a request to meet with Ms. Tara using this link: Request to See Tara. She looks forward to a great year! 

COMING SOON: Meet the College Counselor!