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School Counseling Resources


Ms. Lindsey Hilligoss

School Counselor for Middle School Students, Last Names A-K

  • Bachelor's in Psychology and Master's in Professional Counseling from Southeastern University
  • Former Mckeel Student
  • 8 years experience in Mental Health Counseling, 4th year of School Counseling!
  • Middle School Counselor for 7th and 8th graders (Last names A-K)
  • House Student Council Adviser

Ms. Olivia Kerst

School Counselor for Middle School Students, Last Names L-Z

  • B.A. in Psychology and a B.S. in Behavioral Healthcare from the University of South Florida
  • M.S. and Ed.S. in Counseling and Human Systems from Florida State University.
  • 3rd year as a School Counselor at MAT
  • School Counselor for 7th and 8th graders with last names L-Z. 
  • MAT Dazzlers Head Coach & House Student Council Adviser

Mrs. Christina Pynes

School Counselor for High School Students, Last Names A-K

Degrees Earned

  • A.A.-Florida State University
  • B.S. in Elementary Education-University of South Florida
  • M.A. in Counselor Education-University of South Florida

Professional Certifications

  • Elementary Education (K-6)
  • Guidance and Counseling (K-12)
  • ESOL Endorsed

2026-2027 Position

  • 9-12 Grade School Counselor-Last Names A-K

Years of Service

  • 16 years at TSMA
  • 22 years in education

Mrs. Sandy Mathieu

School Counselor for High School Students, Last Names L-Z

Degrees Earned

  • A.A.- University of South Florida
  • B.A. in Criminology with a Minor in Business- University of South Florida
  • M.A. in Counselor Education- University of South Florida

Professional Certifications

  • Elementary Education (K-6)
  • Guidance and Counseling (K-12)
  • Exceptional Student Education

2026-2027 Position

  • 9-12 Grade School Counselor-Last Names L-Z

Years of Service

  • 6 years at TSMA
  • 20 years in education

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