Yuba City High School - Meet Your YCHS Counselors

Meet your YCHS Counselors

Welcome YCHS Students

The YCHS Counselors are here for to support and provide guidance for your Academics, Career goals, and Social-Emotional needs. You may reach out to them by scheduling an appointment in the Counseling Office, filling out the YCHS Request for Counselor Appointment, email, or phone call.

Meet Mrs. Henry

My Name is Trisha Henry! I am one of the YCHS School Counselors and am starting on my 8th year at YCHS and my 25th year as a Counselor in the Yuba City Unified School District. I received my undergraduate degree at Chico State University (CSUC) and my Master's degree in School Counseling for the University of La Verne. I was born in Yuba City and grew up nearby in Chico, California. I have three adult children who are all Yuba City High School Graduates (class of 2011-my oldest daughter, class of 2017-my middle daughter, and class of 2019-my son). I collect all things sea turtle and enjoy my adult fusion dance class and perfomrances. Lastly, as a School Counselor my goal is to continue to meet the academic, career, and social/emotional needs of my students and to provide support to their families as they navigate their high school education and post secondary goals.

Meet Mrs. Russell

Hello Mrs. Russell’s students and parents, I am entering my fourth year as a counselor at YCHS and my eleventh year working with high school students. I truly enjoy being a counselor and the opportunity it affords me in guiding students not only in graduating from high school, but exploring all the possibilities that are available, whether that incorporates a college education or not. I like to think that I bring some varied experiences to the table; I attended San Jose State University for my bachelor’s degree in Public Relations and after many years, returned to receive my Masters in school counseling from National University. I have worked in high-tech public relations as well as government affairs. My “passion” job has always been working with horses. I interned at the Kentucky Horse Park, worked as groom for a grand-prix show jumper and travelled around the United States competing, and I also worked as a riding instructor. I tell students all the time, if you can make a living doing what you love, there is nothing better. I am originally from England and moved here when I was a freshmen in high school (you may detect a slight accent). I am married with two daughters, one in seventh grade and one is a freshman this year. My main hobby is traveling and exploring new places, I guess for 2020 that hobby is on hold. I very much look forward to us all being back on campus as nothing compares to one-on-one interactions, and I just miss seeing my students. Let’s make the best of this situation with patience, understanding, and a good dose of humor. I look forward to working with all of you this school year.

Meet Mrs. Hendrix

Hello Everyone! My name is April Hendrix. I'm proud to say that this is my 5th year as a School Counselor at Yuba City High School. I am also a Yuba City High School Alum. I attended Chico State University where I rexeived my Bachelor's degree in Psychology and then Capella University where I received my Masters in School Counseling and PPS Credential. I have two spunky, amazing daughters who keep me very busy, Brooklyn and Claire, When we find time between all of their extracurricular activities, I enjoy camping, reading, and spending time in nature. I also enjoy swimming and spending time with my family and friends. I believe that every child should have the opportunity to reach their full potential. I will do my best provide support and guidance toward your child's education, college, and/or career goals, as well as their personal and social development. I am very excited to work with both you and your child.

Meet Mrs. Abril

Hola, my name is Victoria Abril and I am one the six awesome counselors at YCHS. I am excited to be starting my 4th year on campus and my 25th year in education. I have worked with elementary, middle and high school students as a teacher or counselor. One of the reasons that I love being at YCHS is that I grew up in Yuba City and graduated from here 30 years ago! After high school, I went to Yuba College and then transferred to California State University, Chico, where I received my teaching credential. While teaching I worked with some amazing school counselors that made me want to use my skills to reach students in a more holistic way. While teaching in Yuba City I went back to school at CSU Sacramento to become a School Counselor. I'm blessed to have very close family and loving circle of friends. I live in Antelope with my hubby and two fur babies, Lily and Harry. I enjoy swimming, reading, and watching movies with my husband. I love my job! Being a counselor allows me to support students and families during their high school journey. My goal is to provide knowledge and supports to my students throughout their high school years. My hope is that with these supports they will be able to make healthy choices that will allow them to be successful now and after high school. I want all Honkers and their families to know that I am here for them!

Meet Mrs. Cruz

My name is Irais Cruz! I am one of six counselors at Yuba City High School (YCHS). This is my second year at YCHS and very happy to be part of the HONKER family. I graduated from California State University, Sacramento with my Bachelor of Arts in Social Work, minor in Counseling, and Master of Science in School Counseling. I was born in Mexico, grew up in Hayward, CA, and moved to Sacramento a couple of years ago. I am bilingual in Spanish and English and love my Mexican Culture! I have two kids--one girl in 7th grade and a boy in the 3rd grade. My favorite color is pink and enjoy Zumba as my workout. Lastly, as a School Counselor I want to provide students, and their families, with the support they need in order to eliminate barriers that may impede student success.