My name is Simone Potter. I am the new school counsellor at St Patrick's. I have over 20 years experience in the counselling field including over 10 years as a school counsellor in various primary and high schools in the diocese. I can work with children and families who are experiencing issues with:

• Emotional regulation
• Mental health
• Family relationships including family changes
• Behaviour
• Cyber use and Technology
• Focus, concentration, motivation and learning
• Confidence
• Peer relationships
• Sleep and lifestyle
• Many other issues

If you are unsure whether counselling could assist your child or family, please contact me at the school. I will be working on Tuesdays. I am always happy to talk to parents and either assist with counselling or refer to a more appropriate service if school counselling is not the best option for your family. I am looking forward to working here and supporting the students at St Patrick's.