Capital High School Counseling Center
Our primary mission is to empower all students to make informed and intentional decisions regarding their education, their health, and their future.
The students are assigned to a counselor as a freshman and keep that counselor all four years. Students will be assigned to a counselor based on their last names. CHS counselors are listed below with their portion of the alphabet and contact information. How do you make an appointment with your counselor? Use the link provided by each counselor below to make an appointment (Zoom or in person), call their extension directly, call Mrs. Chipman the Counseling Dept secretary @ 596-8027 to schedule a time, or email them.
Brandi Swortz, MA 
[email protected]
360-596-8022
A – Fi Counselor
To schedule an appointment, click HERE
Brandi Swortz graduated from Pierce College with a BA in Dental Hygiene. She was a dental hygenist for a number of years as well as having coached middle and high school cross country and track. She obtained a Masters degree in School Counseling from Adams State University.
Nicole Sande, MA
[email protected]
360-596-8024
FL - H Counselor
To schedule an appointment, click HERE
Nicole Sande graduated from Western Washington University with a BA in Physical Education and received a Masters in Guidance and Counseling from St. Martin's University. She has taught Health and Physical Education at the high school level.
Joel Komschlies, MA
[email protected]
360-596-8020
I - Ph Counselor
To schedule an appointment, click HERE
Joel Komschlies graduated from St. Olaf College with a BA degree in Psychology. He then obtained a Masters degree in Counseling Psychology from St. Martin’s University.
Stephanie Benfield, MA
[email protected]
360-596-8028
Pi - Z Counselor
To schedule an appointment click HERE
Stephanie Benfield graduated from Western Washington University with a BA in Sociology and Psychology. She then obtained a Masters degree in Counseling Psychology from St. Martin's University.
Jody Chipman
360-596-8027
Counseling Professional Assistant
Sarah Sadlemyer
[email protected]
360-596-8023
Registrar
360-596-8035
Chemical Dependency Counselor
To schedule an appointment click HERE
Kim Senger
[email protected]
360-239-7413
The CHS School Counseling Program provides valuable services to students, teachers, and parents. All counselors support the school's overall mission by promoting academic achievement, career planning and personal/social development. Our primary mission is to empower all students to make informed and intentional decisions regarding their education, their health, and their future. We believe that a school counseling program should be a balance between intervention and prevention, while we assist students in developing skills necessary for success beyond high school. We work to develop and deliver a comprehensive guidance and counseling program that personalizes education for all students.
Our program is based on the standards set forth by the state of Washington and the American School Counselor Association (ASCA) National Model, and endorsed by the Washington School Counselor Association. The ASCA School Counselor Competencies outline the knowledge, attitudes and skills that ensure school counselors are equipped to meet the rigorous demands of the profession. The ASCA Ethical Standards for School Counselors specify the principles of ethical behavior necessary to maintain the highest standard of integrity, leadership and professionalism. They guide school counselors' decision-making and help to standardize professional practice to protect both students and school counselors.
CHS Counselor Services
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Provide support for the academic, personal, and social needs of students through individual counseling and through group counseling.
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Act as a consultant to teachers, parents and administration in regards to students' educational and personal needs.
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Provide referral information for students and parents relating to outside support agencies and services.
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Provide information and coordination on testing and assessments.
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Provide college and career information and resources for students and parents.
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Provide group instruction to support The High School and Beyond Plan.
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Provide ongoing support and information regarding academic requirements and graduation.
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