GET TO KNOW YOUR COUNSELOR The Goshen Intermediate School Counselor: Assists parents and teachers in helping children Conducts classroom Life-Skill Counselor Lessons Meets with students individually as needed Provides Small Group Counseling Coordinates school-wide activities Consults with community agencies Promotes healthy communication and positive conflict resolution skills The GIS Counselor is NOT: A disciplinarian An assistant principal A social worker/therapist A school psychologist A Child may see a GIS Counselor for: Study skills Grief issues or serious illness Emotions New situations difficult situations School problems Friendship problems Family concerns Success/accomplishments How does a child meet with a GIS Counselor: A teacher referral Principal/Assistant Principal Parent referral Self-referral How does a parent meet with a GIS Counselor: Email or call for an appointment