School Counsellor

What is counselling about?

Sometimes we all have problems that are worrying. A counsellor is someone who will listen to you very carefully and who will not judge you. You can talk to the counsellor confidentially when appropriate. Counselling is about helping you to work things out for yourself – like, making decisions and choices, helping you look at things differently. It can help you feel better about yourself.

How do I get to see the counsellor?

You are welcome to make an appointment yourself. You can talk confidentially to a member of staff that you trust and they will help you arrange to talk to a School Counsellor. You can also ask for an appointment through the School Health Care Officer, Form Tutor or any teacher. The counselling service can help you to cope with or learn to manage:

● Anything that worries/concerns you ● Stress (exams, homework) ● Anger ● Depression ● Peer relationships ● Bullying ● Isolation/loneliness ● Attendance difficulties ● Psychosomatic symptoms ● Eating problems ● Smoking, drinking behavior ● Separation issues ● Grief ● Expat issues (moves etc.) ● Changes in your life