School counselors are people you can turn to when you need help. They are good listeners, and they want to help you get the most out of school. School counselors help students handle all types of problems. For example, they can help if a kid is: being bullied at school struggling in math and needs extra help new to the school and doesn't have friends yet upset about a family problem, such as divorce or death of a loved one having trouble concentrating on homework having friendship troubles feeling nervous about what to expect next year at middle school If you're going through any type of problem, a great person to share your thoughts and feelings with is your school counselor. How Do I Meet My School Counselor? It's a good idea to know the school counselor, even if you don't need any help right now. Some school counselors visit the classroom to teach lessons about feelings, study skills, friendship skills, standing up for yourself, or dealing with bullying. Students can also meet privately with their school counselor in the counselor’s office. Some counselors have special group meetings for kids who are all dealing with the same issue — such as divorce in their family, or a loved one who died. If you want to talk privately with your counselor, ask your teacher, your parent, or someone who works in the school office. Back to Articles Related Articles Talking About Your Feelings Noticing your feelings and saying how you feel can help you feel better. This article for kids has ideas on how to practice talking about feelings and emotions. Read More Going to a Therapist What's it like to go to a psychologist, psychiatrist, or therapist? Find out in this article for kids. Read More What to Do if You Don't Like School Everyone has a bad day at school once in a while, but some kids really don't like school. Read this article for kids to find out more. Read More Talking to Your Parents Sometimes you really need to talk with mom or dad. But it's not always easy. Here are tips on how to have a good talk. Read More Five Steps for Fighting Stress Everybody gets stressed from time to time. This article for kids has some tips for you to try the next time you're stressed. Read More Worry Less in 3 Steps Everyone worries, but would you like to worry less? Find out more in this article for kids. Read More What Should I Do if My Family Fights? It's normal for family members to disagree once in a while. Learn how keep your cool during an argument. Read More Note: All information is for educational purposes only. For specific medical advice, diagnoses, and treatment, consult your doctor. © 1995-2021 KidsHealth®. All rights reserved. Images provided by The Nemours Foundation, iStock, Getty Images, Veer, Shutterstock, and Clipart.com.