Counselors

Our counselors, Ashley Nguyen and Erica Solis are here to help. They support students in developing the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary for academic success, career preparedness, and positive social/emotional growth.

Ashley Nguyen holds a Doctor of Education in Higher Education Leadership and a Master of Arts in Educational Counseling with a Pupil Personnel Services Credential in School Counseling from Azusa Pacific University. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Social Behavior at the University of California, Irvine. Ashley is dedicated to enhancing student success through fostering positive connections and community-building. She values collaboration and actively works with community partners to leverage resources that empower students. Ashley is a great listener and passionate about helping students succeed!

Erica Solis is happy to support students in the areas of academics, social-emotional well-being, and college and career. She earned a Master of Arts degree in Education, School Counseling from Concordia University, Irvine, with a Pupil Personnel Services Credential in School Counseling and a Bachelor of Arts degree in Public Health Policy from the University of California, Irvine. She enjoys connecting students with community resources and is passionate about the connection between wellness and student success.

Why see a Counselor?

Counseling offers a chance to explore areas of life that can bring more personal satisfaction and confidence.
Helps students sort through personal difficulties and recognize the parts of their lives that are going well.
Helps students identify strengths they already have to motivate and encourage progress.
Strengths can be nurtured to become the tools for change, and to add clarity to life and ultimately benefit the student and others.

Student Services:

Counseling to develop successful life skills
Goal setting assistance
Strategies to promote academic achievement (motivation, study skills, effective communication, etc.)
Solution focused problem solving
Stress management
Connect students with community resources and referrals

Student Wellness:

At HBAS, we are committed to providing students with the services and support they need to succeed both in and out of the classroom. To help support the academic, physical and socioemotional wellness of students, we created a Wellness Hub. This page was designed to assist in identifying strategies to manage and cope with different emotions. For more information on fun and relaxing resources for personal wellness, please visit our Wellness Hub.