Psychological First Aid

Equip students with emotional coping skills for when they encounter personal challenges. They will learn practical strategies for immediate emotional support, fostering resilience and a positive mental health framework.

A small-group program offering targeted tools and strategies for students who need extra support in de-escalating emotions during crisis moments. This 30-minute Tier 2 (group) session for 7th graders helps them identify triggers, practice de-escalation skills, and create personalized safety plans.

A guided small-group game that equips 10th grade peer support students with rapid-response cards to handle peer crises, build empathy, and practice supportive communication. This single 35-minute Tier 2 session strengthens crisis response skills and promotes emotional safety.

This lesson introduces students to basic mental health first aid concepts, focusing on identifying signs of stress or anxiety and ways to offer support. It empowers students with the knowledge to care for themselves and others, fostering a supportive and empathetic classroom environment.

Teaching 3rd-grade students about healthy coping mechanisms to manage stress and trauma.

This individualized support guide equips a 7th grade student with personalized coping strategies and crisis response steps to build resilience and emotional regulation. Through targeted coaching and self-reflection activities in one 20-minute session, the student will develop a practical toolkit for managing stress and anxiety

This lesson focuses on equipping veterans and their family members with the skills to develop a personalized Crisis Response Plan for suicide prevention. By understanding the components of a crisis plan and actively engaging in its creation, participants will gain a sense of control and preparedness for potential mental health crises. This lesson is crucial as it empowers individuals with practical tools and strategies to manage crises effectively, fostering resilience and mental well-being.

In this 90-minute Tier 3 professional learning session, teachers will develop individualized de-escalation strategies to manage and diffuse challenging student behaviors. By exploring evidence-based techniques and practicing through guided role-plays and reflections, participants will leave with a personalized action plan to create calmer, safer classrooms.

Focuses on providing support strategies for students facing behavioral challenges in a high school setting. This resource equips educators with the tools to create positive behavioral change through evidence-based practices.

This lesson engages students in a game-based activity to explore and practice positive coping strategies in a classroom setting. By participating in this experiential learning activity, students will learn how to remain calm and manage their emotions effectively, which is crucial for their behavioral development and success in school.

In this lesson, students will learn effective ways to support a friend who may be experiencing suicidal thoughts and how to seek help. This is crucial as students are at an age where mental health issues can arise, and knowing how to properly respond can save lives.

This lesson focuses on how middle school students can respond when witnessing a friend experiencing a medical emergency that may require CPR. Using Trauma-Informed Teaching strategies, the lesson aims to create a safe and supportive environment for students to learn and discuss how to handle such situations. This lesson is important as it equips students with essential life skills, including recognizing signs of distress, initiating CPR, and providing emotional support, while being sensitive to any past trauma they may have experienced.

This lesson aims to help elementary teachers understand secondary trauma and provide practical strategies to manage it. Secondary trauma can significantly affect teacher well-being and their capacity to effectively support students. This brief discussion-focused lesson highlights the importance of self-care and peer support, promoting a supportive school environment.

This lesson aims to help 12th graders understand PTSD responses in high school students, fostering empathy and understanding among peers. It's crucial for students to recognize and empathize with the challenges faced by those with PTSD, promoting a supportive school environment. The lesson will be conducted in one 40-minute session and includes a video, discussion, and activity, with considerations for ENL students.

A concise toolkit of quick, evidence-based activities to help a 4th grade student interrupt stressful thoughts and redirect focus. This Tier 3 individual counseling session spans 15 minutes and includes step-by-step guides and materials for implementation.

This lesson is designed to educate parents on recognizing signs of mental health issues such as depression and anxiety in teenagers. Understanding these signs is crucial for early intervention and support. The session will be conducted in English and Spanish, catering to teen parents, and will include a variety of engaging components to ensure comprehensive learning.

This lesson educates students on the importance of self-confidence, seeking help, and surrounding oneself with supportive people as methods to prevent suicide. It uses a combination of video content, interactive discussions, and worksheet activities to engage students in understanding how to handle bullying and know when to seek help. This lesson is crucial as it equips young students with the awareness and skills needed to support themselves and others in difficult situations.

This lesson introduces 4th graders to effective coping strategies to manage stress and emotions. It's important because it equips students with tools to handle everyday challenges, promoting emotional well-being and resilience. The session will last 30 minutes and is designed for a whole classroom setting.

This lesson aims to provide middle school students with a supportive environment to process emotions after witnessing a traumatic event. It incorporates trauma-informed teaching strategies to help students feel safe and understood. The lesson includes a brief discussion, a reading, and a video to introduce coping mechanisms and emotional management.

This lesson focuses on equipping teachers with the knowledge and skills necessary to identify and support students at risk of suicide. It is crucial for educators to be prepared to handle such sensitive situations, ensuring the safety and well-being of their students. This session is designed for individual teacher training, lasting 90 minutes.

This one-on-one behavior support packet guides a 7th grade student through personalized coping strategies and emotional tracking in a 30-minute session. Building self-regulation skills fosters resilience, academic focus, and well-being.

In this 5-session, 30-minute unit for grades 5–8, students deepen mental health awareness by identifying personal strengths and challenges and crafting a persuasive mental health public service announcement. Through reflective activities, collaborative brainstorming, and iterative feedback, students will develop, storyboard, and present a polished PSA to promote coping strategies and resilience.

This lesson introduces 10th grade students to grounding practices that can help manage trauma-related stress and anxiety. Through experiential learning and inquiry-based activities, students will explore techniques such as the 5-4-3-2-1 grounding method. This lesson is important as it equips students with practical tools to manage emotional distress, fostering resilience and emotional well-being.

A 30-minute presentation designed to educate military caregivers on self-care, compassion fatigue, and burnout. The goal is to empower caregivers with knowledge and practical strategies to manage their well-being effectively.

In this workshop, students will explore different coping strategies through role-playing scenarios. They will learn to identify stressful situations and practice strategies to manage them effectively, boosting their emotional resilience. This lesson is important as it equips students with essential skills to handle stress and challenges, promoting emotional well-being and resilience.

This two-session lesson is designed for a 13-year-old girl to explore and develop coping mechanisms after surviving trauma. The lesson aims to empower her with practical strategies to manage emotions and build resilience. Each session is 25 minutes long and includes a lesson plan, activity, and discussion to facilitate understanding and application of these vital skills.

This lesson aims to provide students with coping strategies and create clear channels for communication to help them process recent unsettling events. By engaging in a trauma-informed discussion and inquiry-based activities, students will learn to express their feelings and concerns in a safe environment. This lesson is crucial in helping students feel more secure and supported, both at school and at home.

This lesson aims to provide students with coping strategies and create clear channels for communication to help them process recent unsettling events. By engaging in a trauma-informed discussion and inquiry-based activities, students will learn to express their feelings and concerns in a safe environment. This lesson is crucial in helping students feel more secure and supported, both at school and at home.

In this single 30-minute Tier 3 session, a 10th-grade student will develop a personalized action plan to recognize, respond to, and prevent bullying. This lesson is crucial for empowering students to advocate for themselves and others, boosting confidence and safety.

This lesson focuses on understanding and addressing bullying through a trauma-informed approach, using video-based learning and interactive activities. It includes a video, a role-playing activity, and a discussion to reinforce the concepts of self-esteem, support networks, and seeking help. This lesson is important as it helps students understand the impact of bullying and equips them with strategies to handle such situations effectively.

This lesson introduces 8th-grade students to mental health awareness through an engaging game that focuses on coping strategies. It's designed to help students understand and practice healthy ways to manage stress and emotions, fostering resilience and emotional intelligence in a fun and interactive way. The session lasts 45 minutes and is suitable for a Tier 1 classroom setting.

This lesson aims to engage the whole school in mental health awareness through interactive activities and games. It's designed to foster a supportive environment where students learn about mental health in a relatable and empowering way. Suitable for a single 30-minute session, this lesson will help students understand the importance of mental health and how to support themselves and others.

A 90-minute Tier 1 training session to equip teachers with strategies to support shy, anxious, and aggressive students in building positive peer interactions. This lesson helps teachers create an inclusive classroom climate by learning practical techniques and activities they can implement immediately.

This lesson plan is designed to equip high school teachers with effective stress management and self-care techniques. Through a combination of video content, collaborative activities, and guided discussions, teachers will explore practical coping strategies to enhance their well-being. This lesson is crucial as it empowers educators to manage stress effectively, fostering a healthier teaching environment and promoting personal resilience.

In this 30-minute individual support session, an 8th grade student explores the causes, effects, and strategies to address bullying. Through guided discussion, role-play, and personal reflection, the student builds self-advocacy skills and learns to implement positive coping strategies. This lesson is crucial for empowering the student to break the cycle of bullying and promote a safer, more respectful environment.

Provide a foundational understanding of mental health, its importance, and common misconceptions.

In this 90-minute Tier 1 session for parents, we’ll explore the motivations behind children’s behaviors, offering insight into emotional triggers and practical strategies for responding effectively. This workshop helps parents build empathy, decode actions, and foster positive interactions to support their child’s well-being.

Educating students on the nature of trauma and its effects on victims of child abuse.

In this high school lesson, students will explore the concept of trauma, distinguishing between what trauma is and what it is not, and learn how to apply trauma-informed practices while maintaining expectations. This lesson is crucial for fostering empathy and understanding in students, equipping them with the skills to support peers and themselves in a compassionate manner. The lesson will be conducted in one 45-minute session and is designed for a classroom-wide audience.

In this 30-minute Tier 1 workshop, teachers learn key warning signs of student suicide risk, safe messaging practices, and referral protocols. This session equips educators with practical strategies to create a proactive, supportive classroom environment.

This lesson introduces 7th graders to essential coping skills, helping them manage stress and emotions effectively. It's crucial for their emotional well-being and equips them with tools to handle challenges in everyday life. The lesson is designed for a single 30-minute session, providing classroom-wide support (Tier 1).

This engaging lesson focuses on teaching students the essential life skill of resiliency by developing effective coping strategies. Through interactive activities and discussions, students will learn how to manage stress and overcome challenges, which is crucial for their emotional well-being and success in life. Designed for a single 40-minute session, this lesson is perfect for a classroom setting.

This lesson plan is designed to educate teachers on the benefits of trauma-informed approaches in the classroom. By understanding and implementing these strategies, teachers can create a supportive and nurturing environment that enhances student learning and well-being. This lesson will help teachers recognize the impact of trauma on students and equip them with practical tools to foster a positive classroom atmosphere.

This lesson introduces 10th grade students to effective coping strategies through active learning. Students will engage in a discussion to explore different coping mechanisms and participate in an activity to practice these strategies. This lesson is important as it equips students with tools to manage stress and emotions, promoting mental well-being and resilience.

This lesson aims to equip students with practical tools to manage stress, promote emotional well-being, and enhance resilience. It combines mindfulness techniques with creative expression, making it ideal for high schoolers facing the pressures of exams and deadlines.

In this 30-minute Tier 3 one-on-one session, a 4th grader will develop personal strategies to recognize, resist, and respond to bullying. This focused lesson builds confidence and resilience by teaching practical skills and empathetic understanding.

This lesson is designed to provide emotional support to a 10-year-old child who is emotionally dysregulated at camp. The goal is to help the child recognize and manage their emotions effectively, using redirection techniques. This single 5-minute session will focus on empowering the child with emotional awareness and coping strategies, crucial for their well-being and social interactions at camp.

A 10-minute Tier 3 counseling session guide for 9th graders to practice quick mindfulness and breathing exercises for stress reduction and improved focus. This individual support session equips students with easy-to-follow techniques they can use anytime.

In this interactive session, students will work together to identify common sources of stress and develop effective strategies to combat them. Through collaborative problem-solving, they'll learn to support each other in managing stress. This lesson is important as it equips students with essential life skills to handle stress, promoting mental well-being and resilience.

Dive into identifying common triggers and practicing targeted coping tactics through interactive scenarios, paving the way for proactive behavior management in a one-on-one setting with a 6th grade student. This Tier 3 behavioral support lesson helps students recognize personal triggers and apply coping strategies, fostering self-awareness and goal-oriented behavior over a 55-minute session.

This lesson introduces 7th-grade students to effective coping strategies to manage stress and emotions. It's crucial for students to develop these skills to navigate the challenges of adolescence and build resilience. The lesson is designed for a single 30-minute session, providing practical techniques and fostering a supportive classroom environment.

A one-session, 30-minute individual counseling lesson for 6th graders focused on mental health counseling and building personal coping strategies. This Tier 3 lesson helps students identify emotions, learn coping tools, and practice self-talk to manage stress and anxiety.

In this 30-minute, one-on-one session, 3rd grade students learn to identify bullying, practice assertive responses, and build confidence to seek help. This Tier 3 lesson supports individual needs through engaging activities, reflection, and guided coaching to empower students and improve social-emotional well-being.

This three-session lesson is designed for a 4th-grade student accused of bullying and disrespect. The goal is to help the student identify bullying behavior and understand the importance of respect. Through engaging activities, worksheets, and projects, the student will learn to build empathy and develop respectful interactions. Each session lasts 20 minutes and focuses on individual support to address specific behavioral challenges.

This lesson aims to raise mental health awareness among students in grades 5 to 7 through an engaging group session. By understanding mental health, students can better support themselves and others, fostering a more empathetic and supportive school environment. The lesson includes a 30-minute session with a focus on interactive learning and group activities.

This lesson guides students through exploring their emotional responses to stress using role-playing scenarios. It focuses on healthy coping strategies and emotional awareness, fostering resilience and self-awareness. This lesson is important as it equips students with the skills to manage stress effectively, promoting mental well-being and emotional intelligence.

This lesson introduces students to healthy coping mechanisms and the importance of support systems in overcoming substance use challenges. Through workshops and group activities, students will identify resources available to them, fostering a supportive environment. This lesson is crucial in equipping students with the skills to manage stress and seek help when needed, promoting overall well-being.

This lesson engages a 3rd grader with impulsivity in a game-based learning activity to identify coping strategies in stressful academic settings. By using scenario-based activities, the student will learn to recognize stress triggers and apply appropriate coping mechanisms. This lesson is important as it equips the student with essential skills to manage stress, enhancing their academic performance and emotional well-being.

An individual 15-minute SEL counseling session for a 7th grader to identify stress triggers and practice quick, evidence-based coping strategies like breathing and grounding. This targeted Tier 3 intervention helps students develop self-regulation tools they can use anytime to feel more in control and resilient.

This lesson focuses on reviewing responsible behavior through a trauma-informed approach, using game-based and project-based learning strategies. It includes a video, an interactive activity, and a worksheet to reinforce the concepts of respect and responsibility. This lesson is important as it helps students understand the importance of responsible behavior in a supportive and engaging manner, catering to their emotional needs.

This lesson encourages students to explore creative ways to cope with stress using art, music, and journaling. By expressing their emotions creatively, students can develop personalized coping strategies to use in challenging times. This lesson is important as it equips students with tools to manage stress, promoting emotional well-being and resilience.

In this lesson, students will learn about different coping mechanisms through a short video and engage in a hands-on activity to create a personalized 'Coping Skills Toolbox' filled with strategies they can use in various situations. The lesson will conclude with a discussion to reinforce their understanding.

This lesson aims to help a student develop positive coping strategies to replace the behavior of making threats to avoid tasks or gain attention. Over two 15-minute sessions, the student will learn to identify emotions and practice alternative actions. This lesson is crucial for fostering emotional regulation and improving classroom behavior.

This lesson uses a game-based approach to help students understand the importance of cooperation and openness to treatment. Through interactive activities, students will explore scenarios that require teamwork and problem-solving, fostering a supportive environment for addressing resistance. This lesson is crucial for building social-emotional skills and promoting positive behavior changes in students with Oppositional Defiant Disorder.

In this 90-minute Tier 1 professional development session, teachers will learn about the four primary functions of student behavior—escape, attention, sensory, and tangible—and how to apply strategies to address them proactively. This lesson equips teachers with practical tools to understand why behaviors occur and to create classroom environments that minimize challenging behaviors.

This lesson focuses on helping students manage their responses to social and environmental triggers through cognitive exposure and practice. By using trauma-informed teaching, active learning, and project-based learning strategies, students will engage in activities that promote self-regulation and safe behavior responses. This lesson is crucial for developing emotional intelligence and resilience, enabling students to navigate challenging situations effectively.

A 4-session, 15-minute individual support program for a 2nd grader with trauma-related behaviors, focusing on building trust, emotional awareness, and coping skills. Through short, engaging activities like breathing exercises, emotion identification, and role-play, this series helps the student feel safe, understood, and empowered to manage anxiety and emotional outbursts.

In this 30-minute Tier 1 classroom lesson for 6th graders, students will explore and practice effective coping skills to manage everyday stress. This lesson helps students build resilience and emotional awareness through interactive activities and reflection.

This lesson is designed for a 3rd grade student, focusing on understanding the importance of avoiding threatening language when upset. Over two 20-minute sessions, the student will learn strategies to express emotions safely and constructively. This lesson is crucial for developing emotional intelligence and ensuring a safe environment for themselves and others.

This lesson is designed to equip parents with the knowledge and tools to support their adult children who are experiencing military PTSD. It will cover understanding PTSD, effective communication strategies, and resources for additional support. This session is crucial for fostering a supportive environment and empowering parents to be proactive in their child's mental health journey.

This interactive activity is designed for a wellness fair, targeting small groups of high school boys. The goal is to raise mental health awareness and break stigma through a fun, hands-on game that can be completed in just 5 minutes. Moderated by student leaders, this activity is engaging and encourages open conversations about mental health.

This lesson aims to create a safe and supportive environment for 3rd-grade students, helping them feel more comfortable and reducing instances of crying during school. By using trauma-informed teaching strategies, the lesson will focus on understanding emotions and building a sense of security. This is important as it fosters a positive learning environment and supports students' emotional well-being.

This lesson is designed to help high school cheerleaders manage stress effectively through engaging activities and practical strategies. By focusing on stress reduction, the lesson aims to enhance their performance, well-being, and team dynamics. The session will last 30 minutes and is tailored for a small group setting, ensuring personalized attention and support.

This lesson aims to provide social-emotional learning (SEL) support to high school students in the context of recent gun violence situations. By using trauma-informed teaching strategies, the lesson will help students process their emotions, understand the importance of seeking help, and develop coping strategies. This lesson is crucial in fostering a supportive environment where students feel safe to express their feelings and learn how to manage stress and anxiety related to traumatic events.

This lesson aims to equip 10th-grade students with practical strategies to cope with anxiety. By engaging in a discussion, watching a video, and participating in an activity, students will learn to identify anxiety triggers and apply coping mechanisms. This lesson is crucial as it empowers students to manage their mental health effectively, fostering resilience and emotional well-being.

This lesson is designed for a visually impaired student experiencing low self-esteem and emotional dysregulation. Over four 20-minute sessions, the student will learn and apply positive coping skills such as 'stop and think' strategies, 'I statements', anxiety coping skills, and grounding techniques. This lesson aims to empower the student to manage overwhelming scenarios and build resilience.

This lesson aims to help 7th-grade students understand trauma and develop coping strategies. Through experiential and game-based learning, students will engage in activities that promote trauma-informed awareness and collaborative learning. This lesson is crucial for fostering resilience and emotional intelligence, equipping students with tools to manage stress and trauma effectively.