Our School Counselor, Mrs. Wells

Our School Counselor, Mrs. Wells

Hello! Families of St. Michael School,
My name is Ms. DeMasi, St. Mike’s new school counselor. Please feel free to reach out to me if you feel your child could benefit from school counseling this year due to any concerns, transitions, or challenges that may have come up. My email is mdemasi@saintmike.org. I look forward to having a great first year with you all!

Contact Information

Office Hours: Mondays, Wednesdays, and/or Fridays from 7am – 2:30pm

Phone: 708-349-0068 ext 649

Email: mdemasi@saintmike.org

** If you feel that a student may be in immediate danger please contact 911 **

How Students Can See the Counselor 

Students are able to fill out a self referral form that can be found in each student’s homeroom, in the counselor’s office, or via the forms below.  Students can also request to see the counselor verbally with their teacher, or email the school counselor. Students may also meet with the school counselor if their parents, teacher, or administrative staff refer them to see the counselor. 

Here are some example topics that can be discussed during counseling:

Making Friends

Self-Esteem

Getting along with others/Conflict Resolution

Being “the new kid”

Studying Skills

Bullying

Learning & Responsibility

Parents divorce/separation

Death & Dying

Coping with Anxiety & Stress

Moving Away

Honesty

Organization, Time Management, and Executive functioning skills

Academic Struggles

Transitions at home

 

Mental Health Services

*Please consult with your pediatrician if you are seeking additional mental health services such as counseling for your child. Pediatricians often have referrals.

Linden Oaks Behavioral Health Center-Mokena

9697 W. 191st Street

Mokena, IL 60448

630-305-5027