Mrs. Kretz-Harvey is able to provide counseling services to interested students. All information shared during a counseling session is strictly confidential. If a student is having a crisis, has a problem in or out of school, or just needs to talk , they should stop by to schedule an appointment. Appointments can be scheduled directly with Mrs. Kretz-Harvey or through Mrs. Forbes in the high school guidance office. Sessions usually last approximately 30 minutes (or the length of a study hall). They can also be scheduled before or after school if a student does not have time during the day or would prefer not to meet during the day. Counseling services can be provided on a drop by basis or scheduled as consistent weekly or bi-weekly meetings. Individual counseling sessions can focus on a variety of issues including, but not limited to, academic issues, organization problems, emotional issues (e.g., anxiety, stress, feelings of depression, etc.), attention problems, behavior issues, immediate crises, a death or illness that is impacting the student, and social issues. The sessions will be tailored to the specific situation. Group counseling for certain issues may also be available. Interested students should discuss their interests with Mrs. Kretz-Harvey, Mr. Hirschbeck, Mrs. Tschopp, or Mr. Michalak. If you are interested in counseling services, would like to request a counseling group for a particular topic, or would like to request a referral for an out-of-school counselor, please stop by the guidance office and ask to see one of us. *If a student's needs are beyond the scope of what can be offered in the school setting, require intervention by a specialist of another area, or the student/parent does not feel comfortable with the student receiving counseling services in the school, the student/parent will be referred to outside counselors. Recommendations for outside counselors can be provided upon request.