School Counsellor

School Counsellor

Andrea Knight 

I am at Kirkwood on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays and offer confidential sessions for students and/or families. A parent/caregiver or staff member can refer a student or the student can self refer. If you are not happy for your child to see the School Counsellor please let me and the school know.

Students come for all sorts of reasons: they want to talk to someone privately; they want to feel listened to; they want to explore new ways of dealing with matters or they have goals they wish to achieve. I also work in closely with other mental health and wellbeing agencies available to Kirkwood.

Parents/caregivers can ask for assistance about: adolescent development and changes including managing emotions; mental health; anxiety; “friendships” or any other challenges.

Times can be arranged through personal contact by emailing me at andreaknight@kirkwood.school.nz or leave a message at the school office on 3487718.