SAC Counselor

STUDENT ASSISTANCE PROGRAM  

My name is Laurel Whitehead and I am the Student Assistance Counselor (SAC) at Reynolds Middle School. As the SAC, I am a resource for students who may be dealing with non-academic concerns that may interfere with their ability to achieve in school. The role of the SAC is to implement prevention, intervention, support, and referral to students with areas of high-risk behaviors (ie: substance use, self-harm, personal struggles, mental health concerns). I provide a safe place for your student to discuss any problems they may be experiencing. 

As the SAC, I play a vital role in providing assistance to students. All services are confidential, unless you're in immediate danger. Services are voluntary unless a student is under administrative contract. I aim to provide all students with the knowledge, attitudes, and skills to cope with these obstacles and to develop a healthy lifestyle.

Some issues I address include:

Substance abuse by the student, student's family member, and/or peers

• Bullying
• Stress/Anxiety
• Anger Management
• Death & Grief
• Self-injurious behaviors
• Peer mediation/Conflict resolution
• Sexual orientation/Identity
• Family issues/Divorce

Referral Procedures:

Any student who wishes to utilize SAC services may stop by the office to make an appointment. My office is located in Guidance. I can be contacted in person, by phone, or by email. Please join my google classroom for updates and additional resources. Google classroom code- c44pz7e

Group counseling will be offered throughout the school year during the school day. Please use this link to fill out the form if you would like your student to participate.

Email- lwhitehead@htsdnj.org

Phone- 609-631-4162 ext. 3574