Guidance
Meet our Guidance Team
Mr. Michael Walsh
Mr. Walsh has been a proud member of the counselling profession for over twenty-four years. Mr. Walsh holds a Master of Education Degree in Counselling Psychology. He is a former executive member of the Newfoundland and Labrador Counsellors' and Psychologists' Association (NLCPA) and is a certified member of the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association (CCPA). Mr. Walsh has been a long-time advocate for mental health and wellness. Mr. Walsh has also worked as a Program Specialist with the Department of Education (Student Services) and as a Faculty Per Course Instructor in the Graduate Program in Counselling at Acadia University.
Mr. Walsh can be reached at michaelwalsh@nlschools.ca
Mr. Jon Lodge
Mr. Lodge has been a proud highlander for the last 10 years. He has a background in physical education and math and has a masters degree in educational psychology. He is excited to be in a new position in guidance this year! In his spare time, he loves to “live the dream” by going on outdoor adventures and has a passion for endurance sport in running and cycling.
Mr. Lodge can be reached at jonlodge@nlschools.ca
Ms. Lynnette Samuelson
Ms. Samuelson is happy to be a Highlander at Holy Heart! She has a Master of Education (Counselling Psychology) degree and is a Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC). She has been an educator for the past 18 years, and has been at many schools on the Avalon Peninsula. She loves to sail, travel, cook, and spend time with her family and her 3 English Setters.
Ms. Samuelson can be reached at lynnettesamuelson@nlschools.ca