At New Millennium School, counseling support is available to students as needed. The service is staffed by trained professionals, including psychologists, counselors, and therapists, who assist students in overcoming challenges and enhancing their coping skills for improved academic achievement and overall well-being. The counseling services offered can encompass individual or group therapy, career counseling, and workshops focused on topics such as stress management and time management.
NMS counseling program follows strategies that are normally used by counselors to help students manage their stress:
- Cognitive-behavioral therapy: This approach helps students identify and change negative thought patterns and behaviors that contribute to their stress.
- Time management skills: Students receive guidance on how to prioritize tasks, set achievable goals, and manage their time more effectively to reduce stress levels.
- Problem-solving skills: Counselors teach students how to identify the source of their stress and develop problem-solving skills to address it.
- Mindfulness: Mindfulness techniques, such as paying attention to the present moment, can help students reduce stress and improve their well-being.
- Reframing: Counselors help students reframe negative thoughts and view stressors in a more positive light.
- Emotional regulation: Students may receive support in learning how to regulate their emotions, such as anger or frustration, which can contribute to stress levels.
By utilizing these and other evidence-based strategies, counselors help students effectively manage their stress and improve their overall well-being.