Why do people go to see a school counselor?
Everyone needs help sometimes! As humans we need to be social, we need to know we're important, and sometimes we just need to talk it out. Sometimes it  really helps to have someone to talk to who isn't involved in the problem.

As a school counselor I talk to kids and teachers about all kinds of things. My job isn't to give advice, exactly, it's to listen and help you find solutions that you want.

I keep things said to me private.
Privacy means a lot to me.
I want you to be able to trust me; I don't talk to people about what you tell me because I am here to help you. I promise I will always do my best to be respectful to you and other students.

 (There are exceptions - if you ask me to tell someone what you said, or if I need to do something to make sure you or someone else stays safe (like in an emergency situation), I will share what you said so I can make sure no one gets hurt.

Get to know Ms. Albin...

Mrs. Albin at the airport preparing to leave for her trip to Italy & Greece in 2010.
Things about me
  • Loves: Bright colors
  • Cat or Dog: Cat
  • Animal: Hedgehog
  • Vegetable: Corn
  • Mineral: Opal
  • Food: Mac & Cheese
  • Ice Cream: Cookie Dough
  •  Drinks: Chai Tea, Bubble Tea, Green Tea Latte
  • Take Out: Chipotle
  • Values: Peace, Love, Unity, Respect
  • 4 Qualities: Extroverted, Creative, Determined, Loyal
  • Books: Yes, please.
  • Video Game:  Nuclear Throne
  • Star Wars: Clone Wars
  • Star Trek: Next Generation
Things I think about school counseling
  • I believe that all students deserve to receive a fantastic education that fits their needs, and should receive help so they can find a career that makes them happy and that they can be great at.
  • I  believe that  people are in control of their behaviors.
  • I believe that thoughts affect feelings.
  •  I respect the freedom that people have to make choices for themselves.
  •  I believe all students  can reach their personal goals and can obtain a fulfilling life with planning and effort.
  • I think school counselors should  be non-judging and help students solve their own problems, not tell them what to do.
  • I think the people who need the most help should get the most help, and that everyone should get some help.
  • I think gifted kids need help too.
  • I think mindfulness helps people have control of themselves and increases mental health.
  • I don't think there's any one right way to do things
  • I value creativity
  • I want you to be you
  • Nobody should have to take on the world alone