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Degrees and Certifications:
Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), Licensed Specialist in School Psychology (LSSP), Nationally Certified School Psychologist (NCSP) Certified Child and Adolescent Trauma Professional (CATP) Clubs Sponsored: Cats Care
Mrs. Melissa McDavid
Welcome Railcats! I am excited to serve you as your Student Support Counselor this 23-24 school year! My goal is for each and every student to have the support that they need to reach their goals. Sometimes there are events in our lives that make the path on the educational journey hard to see. I am here to help support students along the path toward social/emotional well-being so that they can achieve individual success.
A little bit about me: I became an educator and mental health provider because of the positive impact of helpful teachers and mentors in my life. I have directly seen the positive impact that educators and counselors can make in the lives of youth. I have served Pearland ISD as a master's level School Psychologist prior to being a Student Support Counselor for 12 years. For the last 5 years, I have served in the role of Student Support Counselor at Turner High School. My office is located in the Counseling Office at Tuner High School. On a weekly basis, I meet with students during the day and lunch hour. I also meets with teachers, parents, specialists, staff, and administrators to monitor student progress and discuss any needs related to students.
Outside of school, I enjoy many activities, such as spending time with my family, exercising and spending time outside.
Click here for a quick video about Mrs. McDavid's role at THS! https://youtu.be/llI5uOoQnuc
As a student, you may encounter academic, emotional and social concerns at some point in your time in high school. It is not uncommon for students to say " I don't need counseling because I am not crazy!" Students seeking counseling support seek the service for a wide range of issues which may include low academic performance, stress, anxiety, loss of a loved one, relationship problems, loneliness, depression, adjustment issues, identity issues, and suicidal thoughts. This is not a comprehensive list but it gives you some idea. It takes strength and courage to ask for help when you need it, which is the first step to solving any difficulty.
As Your Student Support Counselor, I Will ...
- Support You In Figuring Out What To Do
-Provide You A Space To Relax
- Help You To See Your Strengths
-Provide You With Resources In And Out of School
-Celebrate Your Successes
-Collaborate With You to Make the Hard Stuff A Little Easier
Want to schedule a time to meet with Mrs. McDavid? Email mcdavidm@pearlandisd.org
Services offered during the school year for all students:
Small groups
Mental health student learning events
Individual meetings
Referrals to mental health agencies as requested or appropriate; On campus therapy is available through Youth and Family Counseling. Online referrals for therapy are also made through Baylor College of Medicine's TCHATT program. Contact Mrs. McDavid if interested.
Consultation with campus staff
Support of the campus mental health club, Cats Care
Wellness /Mental Health Resources
Students can visit Mrs. McDavid's Canvas page for an extensive list of resources.
The link below provides listings for Pearland area counseling resources and additional online support.
Informative Videos below:
How to Start a Conversation About Mental Health: https://tinyurl.com/4ve3k7ne
24/7 Crisis Hotline: 988
If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available. Call or text 988 or chat 988lifeline.org. Veterans, press 1 when calling.
