Ms. LaMorte, School Counselor

My name is Ms. LaMorte, and this will be my 6th year at St. Bede the Venerable as the School Counselor. I visit classrooms for guidance lessons, work with students in small groups, and check in with students individually throughout the school year. I have also coordinated some school wide activities over the past few years including BMX Rider, Matt Wilhelm’s Anti-bullying Assembly, The Chicago Bears “Bear Down on Bullies” Assembly, and “Donuts with Grownups”. I enjoy working with students and their families, and I am looking forward to adding some fun new events for our students during the 24-25 school year!

BA in Psychology, Governors State University

MA in Counseling with a specialization in School Counseling, Governors State University

NCC, National Certified Counselor

School Counselor FAQ

Q. Which students does a school counselor see?

A. A school counselor works with ALL students through classroom lessons, small group counseling, or short term individual counseling. Some topics may include teaching healthy coping skills, grief counseling, conflict resolution, and emotional regulation.

Q. Is a school counselor the same as a therapist?

A. No, a school counselor supports students in the academic setting helping them to have a successful, safe, and happy school year.

Q. How often will my child see the school counselor?

A. As a school counselor, I provide short term counseling to students (approximately 6-8 weeks). If a child requires additional support, I am happy to provide resources for mental health therapists or other community resources.

Name: Ms. Kristina Lamorte
Position: Counselor
Email: klamorte@stbedechicago.org