Welcome to the 2016-2017 school year! As the school counselor and social worker, I am available to provide both direct and indirect services to students, families, and school staff to promote and support our students’ academic and social/emotional success. I have a Masters in Social Work degree and have worked with children and families in school settings for over 10 years.  Some of the services I provide include: 

• consultation to parents regarding academic, social, or emotional concerns
• short-term counseling
• crisis intervention
• emotional support
• conflict resolution
• special education consultation
• behavioral assessment and intervention planning
• teacher consultations
• classroom presentations
• parenting information and workshops
• community resource referrals 

Please feel free to contact me with any questions or concerns. I can be reached at 732-264-5578, ext. 40 or at potterton@stbenedictnj.org. 

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