At Westgate, we stress the importance of social emotional and academic needs. Everyone is quite different and lead very unique lives; therefore, individuals could be experiencing something bothersome or concerning at any time in their life. The counseling department at Westgate is also invested in post secondary guidance that will provide a healthy foundation for optimal development. 

Distance Learning Virtual Office Hours: Monday - Friday, 1:00 to 3:30 pm 
Please email Ms. Washington or submit a Counselor Request to schedule a meeting during the office hours

• "I had an argument with my best friend and she doesn't want to be my friend anymore."
• "I need help picking out my FRCC classes."
• "I need help with time management and organization skills."
• "Some kids in my science class are talking about fighting after school."
• "My parents argue all the time and I don't know what to do."
• "My grandfather is really sick and I'm scared he's going to die."
• "My mom just had a baby and she doesn't have time for me anymore."
• "We're moving again!"
• "My dad wants me to be an engineer like him, but I want to be a pilot."
• "I am not feeling safe and want to harm myself."
• "I overheard my friend saying that she wants to hurt others."

 

Reasons parents/guardians might want to talk to the School Counselor:

• "This is John's third school this year, and he's having difficulty adjusting."
• "My husband is being deployed in two weeks and Carolyn may need some help coping with this change."
• "Sam used to be excited about school, but lately he doesn't seem to care."
• "My wife and I recently separated and our daughter could use some help understanding this."
• "My son seems to be the target of some teasing and bullying after school.  Can you help?"

 

AND REMEMBER: 

What is shared with the counselor stays confidential, UNLESS what is stated refers back to the 3H's:

1) Harm to self

2) Harm to others, including threats to buildings/entities 

3) Harm is being (or has been done) to you or someone you know, in which someone is at risk

 

                                                                                                                                              

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