What types of support service do you do?
Consultative school related individual/small group counseling occurs during the school day on a weekly basis with prearranged times. Informed consent is required for extended counseling sessions (@6 sessions). I do not provide intensive therapy in a school setting, if you are interested please contact me for outside referral.
When can my child come to see you?
Anytime during their school day! Students can really come anytime however I do prefer they set up a time asking their teacher or via written communication. I have mailboxes -"Problem Solving Box" located around the school that I check regularly.
When can I see you to talk to you about my child?
My door is always open to parents as well. Please contact me if you are interested in setting up a time to chat about your child.
What if for some reason, I would like my child to not participate in school counselor activities?
If you wish to have your child exempted, please contact me through writing. Please be aware I will not be held responsible for any social/emotional needs that require support during schooltime in that case. It's important for your child to feel support during their school day.
As a certified mental health professional, I am required to follow ethical and legal guidelines in maintaining confidentiality.
What is confidentiality?
This means that information for the respect/safety/well being of your child. Limits to the confidentiality include the occasional need to consult with your child's teachers or the school administrators; or the need to report to the proper authorities if a student discloses that he/she is being harmed, has been harmed, or is planning to do harm to him/herself or someone else. I try to also be in communication with parents transparently about their child's education.
If you should have any questions, please reach out!
Mrs. Sokol
908-852-1376