1. Individual Counseling: I will work with students individually regarding any type of family problem or school issue. I will see students based on their self-referral, parent referrals or staff referrals. During individual counseling sessions:
· I will spend time listening to students on how they are feeling.
· I spend time thoughtfully reflecting with them on their experience.
· Validate and reassure students that how they are feeling is ok.
· Help them problem solve for issues where appropriate.
· Have students look at previous things that have worked for them and develop goals that may help them deal with issues that they are currently facing.
· Provide ongoing support as needed to students, family and teachers.
2. Group Counseling: I will be conducting various small group counseling sessions throughout the year. Students will meet with other students that have something in common and we will work together to discuss, share, provide support and friendship to each member of the group. Group sessions will run from 4-6 weeks, meeting once a week during lunch/recess time. Some examples of the groups we run are listed below:
- Divorce “Changing Families” Group: This is for students who have had a divorce in their family and are still struggling with the effects of how their family has changed.
- Friendship Group: This group is for students who would like to work on being a better friend, turn taking, sharing, understanding how to make and keep friends and including others in their group. Or if students just want to make new friends.
3. Large Group Guidance: I will be visiting classrooms on an as needed basis to provide guidance and support for various topics such as bullying, time management, Social Emotional Learning, preparation for junior high and career information.
