BUFFALO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

My name is Bethany Henson and I am the school counselor for the Upper Junior High and Elementary campuses. I graduated from Buffalo High School and then obtained a bachelor’s degree from Texas A&M University and a master’s from Lamar University. I have worked in education for 6 years.

What is a School Counselor? 

A School Counselor is an educator trained in counseling.  They are part of the educational leadership team that provides direct assistance to students and works collaboratively with parents, faculty, and staff.  School Counselors attend to the personal, social, emotional, academic, and career development of students. 

What Services Are Provided By School Counselors?

School Counselors are trained and certified to provide individual, small group, and crisis counseling, classroom guidance, and peer mediation services to students.  They also consult and collaborate with parents, faculty, and administrators to plan for the individual needs of students.