School Counseling - Westhampton ES

What does a school counselor do?

mediation individual counseling Lunch Bunch classroom guidance lessons deescalation consultation with staff, families, and outside providers referrals for mental health services outside of school

Talking To Children About COVID-19

This is a link from NASP (National Association of School Psychologists) that gives guidance to families for how to talk to children and teens about COVID-19.

Talking To Children About COVID-19 Part 2

This is a compilation of web interviews from Renee Jain's Go Zen with leading experts who specialize in treating anxiety in young people. They give tips for how to mindfully address COVID-19.

Lynn Lyons on COVID-19

Lynn Lyons, a psychotherapist who specializes in treating anxiety in children and teens as well as their families, offers some insight to families about how to handle any anxiety that comes up around COVID-19.