Welcome to the World of School Counseling!

Lakisha Barnum, M.Ed.

School Counselor for Moulton Branch Elementary School

Contact: lakishabarnum@lowndes.k12.ga.us

229-245-2294


About ME:

Greetings,

My name is Lakisha Barnum and I am a PreK-5th grade School Counselor. I attended Albany State University and received a Masters of Education in School Counseling. I have previously taught special education in an adaptive setting, which included children with autism. I have a background in therapy and life coaching as well. I just love working with children. "The world is a rainbow filled with lots of different people." Within that rainbow, I have two bright and beautiful children. Counseling has to be within you!


I grew up in Albany, GA and attended Dougherty County and Worth County Schools. This is the origin of where my educational and motivational journey began. The love and support of my past teachers and School Counselors made me want to strive for success.


I really enjoy my role in encouraging all the children to strive for their personal best. I am excited to be working with the students, teachers, administrators, and parents . As a team we can build our students' futures.

Welcome back students!

Kindergarten-5th Grade

Introduction to the Role of the School Counselor video


My Role as a School Counselor

School counselors support and advocate for all students in their academic, career, and personal/social development through:

- classroom guidance lessons

- small group counseling sessions

- facilitated peer support groups

- brief individual counseling

- consultation with parents/family members and teachers

- collaboration with other community resources

"Always Believe that you can Achieve."