Student Wellbeing News

School Counsellor

St Martin de Porres would like to announce that a School Counsellor, Emylee Ephraums, will be working at the school this year.  She will be available at the school on Mondays during school terms, between 8:30am and 4:00pm. 

The School Counselling Program is a confidential service offered free of charge to all students.  

The School Counsellor will be available to discuss child-related issues such as:

• Behavioural concerns, both at school and at home
• Emotional problems such as anxiety, grief, depression, low self-esteem
• Family issues, such as separation/divorce, parenting difficulties, parent-child or sibling relationships
• Peer and social issues including bullying, peer relationships and social skills
• Developmental and academic concerns where appropriate.

Counselling may involve a number of therapeutic methods including play and art therapies, individual/small group/class programs, skills training, as well as consultations with parents and teachers.

Students may be referred by school staff, parents or other professionals (e.g. family doctor), or students may refer themselves.  Written parental consent is required for all children prior to commencement of counselling.

Further enquiries should be directed to either Dan Ryan or Michelle Gillett on (03) 9369 1070.