Wellbeing

Gleeson College Student Counselling

From time-to-time students may experience challenges that affect their learning and wellbeing. Gleeson College provides a counselling service for students experiencing issues within and/or outside the College. A Student Counsellor can provide a safe space for students to speak openly about their worries and will assist students to explore strategies and solve problems. 

At Gleeson there are two full-time Student Counsellors available Monday to Friday during school hours.

Students can self-refer via the Wellbeing page in the Portal Workspace on SEQTA. Alternatively, Parents/Caregivers can request a counselling appointment for their child by communicating with their child’s House Leader. Furthermore students and families can email the Wellbeing Centre at WBC@gleeson.catholic.edu.au to request an appointment Please note, this is a voluntary service that students must consent to.

A referral may be appropriate to assist with a range of issues including but not limited to:

• Friendship/Relationship Issues
• Goal setting 
• Organisational skills
• Emotional regulation
• Social skills
• Family Issues
• General stress
• Grief and loss

Please note that a Student Counsellor cannot replace the work of a mental health professional. If it becomes apparent that a student is in crisis; or has a suspected undiagnosed mental health concern, the Student Counsellor will contact the parent/caregiver to discuss referral to an appropriate external provider. If the student is receiving external supports, there is capacity for Student Counsellors to liaise and work in partnership.