Meet the Counseling Staff
BRANDI JUST- COUNSELOR A-Fi
My name is Brandi Just this is my fourth year at Heritage High School and my 17th year in education. I began my education career at Trinity Christian School at Cedar Hill for 4 years as a teacher and head girls basketball coach. In 2010, I started my career as a School Counselor at Life High School Waxahachie where I have been for 10 years. I received my Bachelors of Science degree from Mid America Christian University and my Masters in Education in School Counseling at Southwestern Assembly of God University.
I am married to Jeff Just and we have three children. I enjoy watching my children play sports, traveling often and spending time with family.
CAMILLE BRENING - COUNSELOR -COUNSELOR Fl-Ma
I'm Camille Brening, and I've spent the last 8 years in counseling, building meaningful connections and supporting individuals in their journeys. Before that, I enjoyed 15 wonderful years in education, where I developed a passion for guiding students toward their potential. I earned my undergraduate degree from the University of North Texas and my Master’s in Guidance and Counseling from Angelo State University.
I'm married to my incredibly supportive husband, Michael, and together we're raising our three amazing kids. Our eldest daughter graduated from Heritage High School in 2019, while our two younger daughters are currently thriving there, and our son is making his mark at WGMS.
Outside of work and family life, I enjoy practicing and teaching yoga, exploring nature through hiking, nurturing my garden, and traveling to new places. I believe in the power of balance and mindfulness, both in life and in my professional practice.
STACIE BAILEY- LEAD COUNSELOR Mc-Pa
My name is Stacie Bailey and this is my fourth year as a counselor at Heritage High School. I have been in education for 21 years. I was a teacher in Duncanville ISD and have been a school counselor in Mesquite and Desoto ISD. I received my Bachelor’s of Science in interdisciplinary Studies degree from Texas A&M Commerce and my Master’s of School Counseling degree from Dallas Baptist University.
I am married to Michael Bailey and we have three children. Brittany Bailey who graduated from Midlothian High School in 2015, Jasmine Bailey who graduated from Midlothian Heritage in 2019, and Brenden Bailey who is currently a senior at Midlothian Heritage. In my free time I enjoy watching sports and spending time with my family!!
LORI HUFF-COUNSELOR Pe-Z
Lori Huff taught kinder through sixth grade ESL and Dyslexia for 11 years in Midlothian ISD, then was the School Counselor at J.A. Vitovsky Elementary for 11 years, as well as Elementary Lead Counselor for Midlothian ISD for 6 years, and joined Heritage High School as Counselor in Fall, 2023.
Mrs. Huff has been married to Mr. Huff since December, 2000, he is a salesman in the oilfield industry; and they enjoy hunting, fishing, and cooking together. They have two young adult children who both graduated from Heritage High School in 2020 and 2023. Their son works for an HVAC company currently in Ft. Worth and is working towards becoming a salesman for that company, is newly married and about to have a baby girl. Their daughter is a sophomore at Colorado Christian University, playing basketball and studying to be a secondary math teacher and basketball coach.
Mrs. Huff is excited to partner with all of her Heritage Jaguars again this year to be socially, emotionally, and academically successful this year and in their futures ahead!
(469)856-5412AMANDA THOMAS- COLLEGE AND CAREER LIAISON
My name is Amanda Thomas and this is my seventh year as the College/Career Liaison at Heritage High School. Prior to joining the Heritage team I was a Litigation Paralegal for 13 years. I am married to my husband Craig and we have 3 children Zach, Mason and Kylie. In my free time I love watching Kylie play volleyball, cheering on the HOGS (woo pig) and traveling.
AMY COONROD-COUNSELING SECRETARY
(469)856-5416