About me
Sarah Ritchie is a passionate and innovative school counselor with extensive experience supporting student mental health and fostering safe, inclusive school environments. As the 2023 Virginia School Counselor of the Year and a current board member with the Virginia School Counselor Association, Sarah has led numerous statewide initiatives focused on wellness, connection, and school climate improvement.
With a background in both elementary and secondary counseling, Sarah has created and implemented programs that support student resilience, trauma-informed care, attendance, and social-emotional learning. From spearheading kindness campaigns and restorative practices to designing engaging, play-based mental health initiatives, Sarah is dedicated to equipping school communities with strategies that promote mental well-being and safety.
A sought-after presenter and advocate, Sarah Ritchie brings a wealth of knowledge, creativity, and heart to every training, blending research-based best practices with real-world, practical tools that empower educators to support the whole child.
