West Morris Central

“I AM — the two most powerful words in the world, for whatever we put after them becomes our reality”.

                 -Susan Howson

Cathy Cartier

Student Assistance Counselor

     I began working as a maternity leave replacement in October 2005 in the position of Student Assistance Counselor.  I am excited and eager to be back working with West Morris again this year.  Prior to coming to West Morris Central I worked for Saint Clare’s Hospital as a Mental Health Counselor for 10 years.  I worked with both adult and adolescents providing support, skills training, and counseling.  I have worked in various settings from in-patient, partial  care to residential services.  I have always enjoyed the energy of adolescents and was excited to have an opportunity to work in a school setting.

       As a Student Assistance Counselor I am here to provide support and information to both parents and our students.  I assist many students in developing coping skills for addictions, anger, depression, family and school stressors.  I can offer information regarding resources and act as a sounding board for various concerns.  I truly believe that my role with our students is to provide them with support while increasing their self-esteem so that they can become empowered and responsible adults.  

West Morris Central High School

259 Bartley Road

Chester, NJ

To Contact: Cathleen Cartier

Phone: 908-879-5212 ext 3465

Fax: 908-879-8023

Email:  cartier@wmchs.org