Welcome the student, explain confidentiality, and introduce today’s 15-minute session. Review the agenda: 1) Check-In, 2) Explore Feelings, 3) Self-Compassion Practice, 4) Goal-Setting, 5) Wrap-Up.

Use the [Feelings Check-in Form](#feelings-check-in-form). Ask the student to rate her mood (1–10) and circle or name 2–3 feelings about her conflict with her mom. Listen actively, validate, and affirm her experience.

Ask open-ended questions to deepen understanding: e.g. “What feels hardest when you try to talk with your mom?” Reflect back key words (“You feel ___ when…”). Normalize her struggle and remind her it’s OK to find this hard.

Introduce and lead a brief self-compassion exercise using the [Self-Compassion Guide](#self-compassion-guide). Model placing a hand on the heart, gentle breathing, and saying kind phrases to yourself as a friend would.

Invite the student to pick one small, achievable step she feels safe trying: e.g., writing a short note, choosing a calm moment to speak. Record it on the [Communication Goal Worksheet](#communication-goal-worksheet) and confirm she feels comfortable.

Summarize the check-in, feelings explored, and the chosen goal. Ask how she feels about the session and the plan. Encourage her to keep practicing self-compassion. Discuss or schedule any needed follow-up support. Offer comfort items as needed.