School Counselors

SCHOOL COUNSELORS

Our School Counselors are for Behavioral & Mental Health needs. If you need to contact staff regarding academic needs such as student records or schedules, please email kewana.piediscalzo@tangischools.org during the school year or the school Principal over the summer.

PJHS Counseling Program Mission and Vision

Brandie Layrisson, LCSW          

School Counselor

Email: brandie.layrisson@tangischools.org

Conferences Available by Appointment

Brandie Layrisson, LCSW, received her Bachelor of Social Work from Southeastern Louisiana University and her Master of Social Work from Louisiana State University.  As a licensed clinical social worker, Brandie has worked with the school system in some capacity throughout her career providing treatment services to students and their families. Brandie welcomes the opportunity to work with students and families to ensure PJHS is safe place for all students to meet their goals and reach their fullest potential across settings.

Please email Brandie Layrisson for information on counseling services at Ponchatoula Jr High School or to make a referral for your student to receive counselling services at school. 

Parent Referral for Counseling Google Form:

Staff Referral for Counseling Google Form:

Consent Form for Counseling:

Angela Ferrara, RKM Community Counselor

Ms Ferrara is at PJHS two days each week. For more information on RKM counseling services, please email Angela Ferrara.

Email:  angela.ferrara@rkmcare.org

Conferences Available by Appointment