Hi, my name is Mark and I am pleased to be working with the students, staff and families at Ss Peter and Paul’s. I am here to provide therapeutic counselling to students and families and working alongside school staff regarding student welfare and classroom issues.

I am a Social Worker and have been working in as a counsellor in primary schools for a number of years, I also work at St Joseph’s Primary school in Goulburn North.

When will I be at the school: I will be at the school every Monday.

Some of the issues that I can support students with include:  

• Grief and loss
• Behavioral concerns
• Peer issues
• Dealing with bullying
• Difficulties adjusting
• Signs of stress and /or mild anxiety
• Signs of depression

If we discover that your child requires more support than what I can currently provide or we are not seeing the progress over an agreed set of time, I may discuss other options with you which may include a referral to a more specialized service.

How can you can refer your child to the student and Family Counsellor: Please speak with your child’s classroom teacher about your concerns first, to discuss if a referral is required. This ensures that their teacher is aware or your concerns and so we can work together to support your child.

You are also welcome to complete a referral online by going to this link: https://catholiccare.force.com/housing/s/school-referral-form

You are welcome to contact me via my email mark.holberton@catholiccare.cg.org.au if you are unsure about whether to make a referral or have any questions or concerns about your child’s wellbeing.  

I look forward to meeting you and working with you.

Sincerely

Mark Holberton

Student and Family Counsellor

mark.holberton@catholiccare.cg.org.au