Students may see a school counselor for: 

* Academic and career planning - Study Skills & improve test-taking skill
* Personal issues - Counselors can help students work through problems,
* Goal setting & decision making
* Career awareness, exploration & planning
* Lead support groups for students who are going through similar issues.
* Social and emotional development - Help students develop healthy mindsets and behaviors and learn to collaborate and cooperate with others.
* Family problems - Grief/Death of a loved one.
* Bullying - if they are being bullied and don't know what to do.
* Friendship issues - Students may see a counselor if they are sad because their best friend isn't talking to them.
* Coping strategies & effective social skills
* Communication, problem-solving & conflict resolution
* Self-esteem 
* Behavior Challenges
* Multicultural/diversity awareness

School counselors are trained to be good listeners and can help students develop strategies for success in school and beyond. 

Parents can seek help with:

* Social and emotional concerns: Difficulty making friends, bullying, social anxiety, low self-esteem, grief, or anger management issues.
* Academic challenges: Struggling with coursework, learning disabilities, study skills concerns, or test anxiety. 
* Family issues: Divorce, parental conflict, sibling rivalry, or major life changes impacting the child's behavior. 
* Behavioral problems: Disruptive classroom behavior, defiance, or attention issues. 
* Transition concerns: Adjusting to a new school, grade level, or major life change.
* Mental health concerns: Depression, anxiety, or other mental health challenges. 

Please note: School counselors DO NOT offer long-term mental health therapy services.