Our Peer-to-Peer Counseling Program is a student-led initiative that empowers trained student leaders—called Peer Counselors—to support their classmates through everyday challenges. Whether you're dealing with stress, school pressure, social issues, or just need someone to talk to, our peer team is here to listen and support in a safe, non-judgmental space. 

• Courses
  • Students interested in becoming Peer Counselors take 2 courses 
  • Students begin with Peer Counseling 1, where they receive training and complete certifications during their first year. 
  • After successfully completing Peer Counseling 1, students may advance to Peer Counseling 2. These students are paid hourly, and work in the Wellness Center during their assigned class period, providing peer support and contributing to the wellness of our school community.  

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• Peer Counseling
  • Confidential and compassionate conversations with trained student counselors. Our peer counselors are trained in active listening, empathy, confidentiality, and other counseling skills. They’re here to help bridge the gap between students and mental wellness resources.  
  • Note: Peer Counselors keep conversations confidential, but must involve outside support such as a school counselor, social worker, or administrator if there’s a risk of harm to self or others, abuse, or if the situation is beyond their training.
     
• Mental Health Awareness Events
  We will be providing school-wide activities promoting emotional wellness and community connection during lunch and after school. Dates and locations will be sent out and posted around campus!
   
• Resource Referrals

Peer counselors can provide guidance on when and how to seek support by connecting them with helpful resources. If a student is facing challenges—whether academic, emotional, or personal— Peer Counselors can lead them to the right support.

• Who Can Use It?
  All students are welcome!
• Where?
  In the Wellness Center, a safe space on campus, located in Muir Hall across from the Administration building.
   
• When?
  Mon-Fri before school, after school, during break, and if needed during class time through approval of teachers or staff.

Note: During class time, students are permitted to use the Wellness Center for no more than 15 minutes. If students need support beyond that time period, they may be referred to school counselors or social workers for additional help.

Charlie Grenier: charlie.grenier@smud.org

Damaris Razo: damaris.razo@smusd.org

Visit: Wellness Center located in the Muir Hall across the Administration Office. 

@mhhspeercounseling

If you are a student interested in joining the program for the upcoming school year 2025-2026. Linked is an interest form for Peer Counseling 1.

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