In February, we celebrated National Counseling Week, which is always the first week of February. It is known and celebrated in the United States. Here at Springbrook, we have a diverse counseling staff. The moment a student walks into the office, they are greeted by the counseling secretaries. Besides offering counseling services, they offer much more. For example, you can have open communication with your counselor, pick up hygiene products or snacks when needed, and any counselor can step in if your counselor is not available. It is only fair that we should celebrate the counseling office staff. We should praise them more often. 

Today, I will be sharing an interview with one of our counselors, Ms. Bower. She was chosen because she is willing to share her insight. After all, it can help others. Ms. Bower’s personality is inviting and open, which makes it easy to have a conversation with her.

Yoselin – Question: What inspired you to pursue counseling?

Ms. Bower- Answer: I worked as a college and career advisor at a high school. I saw that students need more support than just in college and careers.

Yoselin – Question: How did you get started?

Ms. Bower, Answer: I majored in Communications with a minor in Creative Writing and wanted to work in journalism. After graduating from college, I did a full 180 and changed my career path. 

Yoselin – Question: What excites you/motivates you the most about your job? 

Ms. Bower – Answer: I enjoy that it is almost like a puzzle. I enjoy trying to help others with what they need, even if it is scheduling or their other problems.

Yoselin – Question: What is the most challenging part of your job? 

Ms. Bower – Answer: It can be stressful, and my days can be unpredictable.

Yoselin – Question: What is your favorite memory/experience to share? 

Ms. Bower – Answer: Graduation in 2024. The first graduation I participated in, watching students cross the stage, was amazing.

Yoselin – Question: What advice would you give to someone going into counseling? 

Ms. Bower – Answer: Treat everyone with a positive attitude no matter who the person is, and always see the best in others.

Yoselin – Question: What is your favorite part of the job? 

Ms. Bower – Answer: Talking to everyone and learning more about them. Making connections. 

In conclusion, Ms. Bowers views her days are very unpredictable because she never knows what her day is going to be like. The way to approach students is with patience and an open mind. Though students have different needs, she views it as a puzzle. She is a unique counselor because she does not give simple answers. Her advice is always personal.