At Annie Wright Schools, we recognize that student success goes beyond academics. Our Counseling Team provides personalized, proactive emotional and social support to help students navigate challenges, build resilience, and thrive.

One-on-One & Group Counseling

• Private sessions tailored to individual student needs.
• Small group support for common challenges like stress, anxiety, or transitions.
• Crisis support for students experiencing emotional distress.
• Long-term guidance and mentorship through the high school years.

Advocate Program: Personalized Student Support
Through our Advocate Program, students who need additional academic or emotional support receive weekly check-ins with a dedicated faculty or staff member. Advocates serve as trusted mentors, tracking progress and ensuring each student feels heard.

“It’s good for parents because they have a point of contact in the school that is diligently checking in on their students.” – Katie Stewart, Upper School Dorm Counselor

Building Emotional Resilience
We equip students with strategies to understand and manage their emotions, including:

• Mindfulness and breathwork techniques to reduce stress.
• The role of movement and exercise in emotional well-being.
• Encouraging self-awareness, self-care, and self-advocacy skills to build confidence.

External Counseling Support for Dorm Students
For students in our boarding program, we partner with Olympic Health Services to provide additional mental health resources and therapy referrals as needed (if needed, referrals can be made for day students as well).