School counselors are licensed mental health professionals who help students succeed in their K-12 education and beyond. The American School Counselor Association summarizes it best: "School counselors help ALL students to apply academic achievement strategies, manage emotions and apply interpersonal skills, and plan for postsecondary options (higher education, military, work force)."

School counselors create and implement a comprehensive school counseling plan, which includes: individual counseling, group counseling, classroom lessons, community referrals, collaboration with staff & families, and advocacy for all students.