Counseling Services

Caroline Hedde

Director of Counseling Services

We want all students to feel confident, comfortable, and supported prioritizing their mental health the same way they would take care of a broken bone.- Caroline Hedde, Director of Counseling Services

Counseling Hours

George School counselors are available for appointments in the SHWC from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Drop-in appointments are also welcome!

SHWC staff are available 24/7 for emergencies and crisis management.

Book an Appointment

Seeking Support

There is no one reason why you meet with a school counselor, but some examples could include:

Stress management
Anxiety
Sadness or feelings of depression
Bullying and/or harassment
Homesickness
Relationship issues with friends, significant others, and/or family
Substance use support
LGBTQIA+ support

Providing Help

School counselors provide short-term, solution-focused counseling sessions, where students develop healthy coping mechanisms and create individual wellness goals.

If additional mental health support is recommended or requested, school counselors can refer students and families to community providers, such as therapists, psychologists, and psychiatrists.

If you need additional support outside of school counseling, we will work with you to find an outside provider that meets your emotional needs. That might be professional therapist, clinical psychologist, or psychiatrist. It can be hard knowing where to start, but you will have support along your way.

If you already have a mental health provider, we can work with them to support your needs and treatment goals at school. If you see your therapist virtually, you can reserve a room in the SHWC where you will have access to a quiet, confidential space.