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Counseling

At Dana Gray Elementary, we are committed to supporting the whole child — academically, socially, and emotionally. Our counseling team is here to partner with students, families, and staff to help every child thrive.

Contact the School Counselor

We encourage parents and guardians to reach out whenever they feel their child could benefit from support. The easiest ways to get in touch with our counseling team are:

For more information, visit the DG School Counselor Website, which includes a Virtual Calming Room, community resources, and nationwide resources.

Counseling Services

Our school counselors provide a range of direct services to students, including:

  • Individual Counseling
    Students may meet one-on-one with a counselor to work through personal, social, or emotional challenges. As a general guideline, individual sessions are provided 3 to 4 times. If a student requires additional support beyond that, a referral to outside mental health services will be made.
  • Small Group Counseling
    Small groups bring together students who are working on similar topics and skills. Each group runs for six weeks and may cover areas such as anxiety, depression, social skills, friendship, leadership, and more.
  • Check In / Check Out (CICO)
    CICO is a structured behavior support intervention for students who benefit from daily tracking. Students receive feedback scores from their teachers throughout the day, and parents review and sign off on those scores each evening. This intervention typically runs for six to eight weeks.
  • Restorative Practices
    When two or more students experience conflict, restorative circles provide a structured space to talk things through and find a path forward. The focus is on repairing relationships, so all students involved must agree to participate. This approach works especially well when the students involved have an existing friendship or relationship.
  • Conflict Resolution
    When students who don't have an existing relationship come into conflict, a conflict resolution process is used instead. Students discuss the situation together and sign a behavioral agreement as a commitment to moving forward respectfully.
  • Crisis Support
    In situations involving a student's safety or well-being, our counselors work closely with families and community partners to connect students to the appropriate level of care. This includes referrals to local mental health agencies for longer-term therapeutic support.

Meet Our Team

  • Erika Malsom — School Counselor
  • Hallie Davrille — School Counselor
  • Chris Trepte — Psychologist