School Counseling

COUNSELING MISSION

Every child at NCCS, from K3 through 12th grade, is supported, seen and known.

The mission of the NCCS counseling department is to provide a Christ-centered, comprehensive, developmental counseling program that addresses academic support, personal and social skills development, and the exploration of natural gifts and career interests.

AACC (American Association of Christian Counselors) Code of Ethics

Christian school counselors at NCCS are guided by Scripture as they support students from a distinctly Christian perspective:

1. Galatians 6:2 | “Bear one another’s burdens, and thereby fulfill the law of Christ;”

2. Galatians 6:10 | “So then, while we have an opportunity, let us do good to all people, and especially to those in the household of faith;”

3. Philippians 2:3-5 | “Do nothing from selfishness or empty conceit, but with humility of mind regard one another as more important than yourselves; do not merely look out for your own personal interests, but also for the interests of others. Have this attitude in yourselves which was also in Christ Jesus.”
SOURCE | AACC Code of Ethics

SERVICES + PROGRAMS

Individual Counseling

Students are encouraged to visit and get to know their counselor throughout the year. We have an open-door policy, and students may visit at any time. Solution-focused sessions can be set up for students with experiences at home or school that significantly impact their ability to learn.

School counselors do not provide long-term therapy. However, we are prepared to recognize and respond to student needs and assist students and families in seeking resources.

Group Counseling

Classroom Counseling Curriculum

Parent Academies

Multi-cultural Awareness & Diversity

The purpose of the NCCS counseling effort to love our neighbor is to reflect the love of Christ throughout the entirety of our growing, diverse community. Diversity and multicultural awareness are explored and celebrated during counselor lessons, chapel, student programs, mentoring opportunities, clubs, and Spring Term local and global experiences.

With the Scriptures as our guide, we aim to embrace creativity, celebrate our diversity and differences, and deepen our respect for others while assessing curricular and co-curricular programs to ensure that they reflect the love of God. The result will be a deeper love for each other and those around us that models His Kingdom as we strive to impact the world for Christ.

“Unquestionably, my children would not be who they are without North Cobb Christian School. Our commitment to a NCCS education has been an investment into the very minds, hearts, spirits and souls of our children. There is nothing on earth that could be a better investment.”

NCCS Parent

IDENTITY EXPLORATION + CAREER FORMATION

To help students with the exploration of natural gifts, talent discovery, and career interests.

Academies

Safety Day

The NCCS "Safety Day" expo, in honor of Red Ribbon Week, is hosted by the NCCS Counseling department annually. This interactive day of activities and demonstrations encourages students to make wise choices and learn more about personal health and safety. From a helicopter landing on the softball field to a wrecker towing away a mock accident, students glean insights into overcoming peer pressure, making wise nutrition choices, practicing Internet safety, implementing introductory self-defense strategies and more!

College/Career Day

The annual College and Career Day at North Cobb Christian School provides all Upper School students with myriad future opportunities from our own campus. The morning offers a variety of professionals sharing glimpses of their careers and backgrounds in small session settings. The afternoon is reserved for a college fair of 60+ admissions representatives from colleges and universities nationwide, as well as military and missions-focused organizations.

Remember Whose You Are (Identity/Sexuality)

Remember Whose You Are is a biblically-based, scientifically-accurate program designed to show middle school students (5th-8th grade) how human sexuality is rooted in Gospel identity. Building upon a developmentally appropriate year-by-year foundation, Remember Whose You Are combines a systematic study of Genesis 1-3 (integrated with other Scriptural texts when necessary) alongside evidence-based scientific research on identity & sexuality. Students will grasp an understanding of how being made in the image of the Creator God gives basis to what it means to be made as male/female as well as to the act of sex itself, and how the fall of man distorts (but does not destroy) God’s design for both. Students will subsequently explore how to navigate current culture in light of living out Biblical principles related to gospel identity & human sexuality thus preparing them to make holy choices that honor God & healthy choices that honor both themselves and others.

RESOURCES

Counseling resources, helpful links, hotlines and more.

Topics + Articles

Grief
Stress/Anxiety
- Self-Harm & What to look for
Self-Esteem
Identity Formation
Interpersonal Skills
Personal Wellness (nutrition, exercise)
Families in Transition/ Divorce
Coordinating Academic Support
Navigating Technology in a healthy way
Insensitivity Form
Body Safety
Students with sick family members
Learning Differences
Anger Management
Sex Respect

get in touch

Carol Ribeiro
Lower School Counselor

Tiffany Justice
Middle School Counselor and Chaplain

Amanda Johnson
Upper School Counselor

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