Hi! We are your School Counselors!
We value...
Relationship
Respect
Support
Kindness
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We feel that it is extremely important to develop a strong, supportive relationship with each student on our caseload. We encourage students to make appointments with us through our youcanbook.me sites - that way, you can see all the appointments we have available and find a time that works for you.
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We look forward to working with you and encourage you to reach out with any questions!
MS. JOHANNAH BURDIN
Bowdoin College, 1992 BA in English Literature and Women's Studies
University of Southern Maine, 2002 MS School Counseling
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Certification: Suicide Prevention Training the Trainer & Gatekeeper Training
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I have had the great pleasure of working as a school counselor for the last thirteen years, love working with students and their families, and I love Portland High! I so enjoy getting to know students real lives and experiences, advocating for them as needed, and supporting them to advocate for themselves. It is truly fun supporting students as they plan for their educations, work and lives after high school.
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Outside of school, I love body surfing and hanging out at the beach, traveling, reading, and spending time with family and friends.
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MS. VICTORIA CARON
University of Southern Maine, '97; MS in Counseling
University of San Diego, '91; BA in Psychology
Certification: Youth Mental Health First Aid USA, Suicide Prevention Training the Trainer & Gatekeeper Training
For over twenty years, I have served as a Maine school counselor for both private and public high school students and their families. Supporting students with their individual academic and social/emotional needs is a passion for me. I enjoy the energy each student brings to the counseling relationship! I work hard to advocate for my students and strive to have them advocate for themselves.
After school hours, you can find me spending time with my family and friends, hitting the gym, traveling, shopping or relaxing on the beach with a good book!
MS. LAURIE MEDEIROS
Hampshire College '94 BA Theater & Creative Writing
University of Southern Maine '09 MS School Counseling
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Certification: Suicide Prevention Gatekeeper Training
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I've enjoyed being a School Counselor in Maine since 2009. I believe all students deserve support in their education and in planning for their future. It's incredibly rewarding to partner with students and families in our community and to help identify and reach their goals. I am also the co-leader of our school's GSA.
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Outside of school I enjoy being with my children, writing and reading, hiking, and baking.
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MS. MARISA EMERSON
University of Maine '06 BS Child Development & Family Relations, Minor Public Relations
University of Southern Maine '08 MS School Counseling
University of Southern Maine '15 CAS Creative Leadership & Global Strategy
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Hi! I'm Ms. Emerson. I've been a School Counselor for 11 years and I. LOVE. MY. CAREER! It's so fulfilling to help students discover their unique path, and I thrive on creating supportive, trusting relationships with my students. Outside of school, I love to spend time with my family, including my new son and Westie. I enjoy traveling (and have done a study abroad in Italy & work abroad in Scotland!), reading Harry Potter & mysteries, listening to podcasts and celebrity gossip.