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Screening & Outcome Measures

Screening & Outcome Measures

Discover a curated collection of free resources designed to help educators, students, and parents master clinical intake, assessment, and screening tools. Access practical activities, sample lessons, and real-world examples to build essential skills in identifying and tracking mental health progress. Gain confidence in evaluating needs, interpreting outcome measures, and supporting well-being in educational settings.

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Intake Interview

In this 30-minute Tier 3 individual support session, 8th-grade students will learn and practice clinical intake interviews through a structured role-play activity. This lesson is crucial for developing active listening, structured data collection, and foundational counseling skills. Components include a detailed Lesson-Plan Script, Key Intake Questions Slide Deck, and Pair Role-Play Activity.

Tier 3
5/8
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Mehak Gill

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NY Psychologist

Counselor's Toolbox: Skills for Success

This lesson introduces 5th-grade students to essential skills and tools used by school counselors, focusing on problem-solving and effective communication. These skills are crucial for students' personal and academic success, helping them navigate challenges and build strong relationships.

Tier 1
2/25

Glenda Glenn

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NC Counselor

Meet Your Counselor: An Interactive Introduction

This lesson introduces students to the school counselor through interactive activities, helping them understand the counselor's role in supporting personal and academic growth and the importance of mental health. This session is crucial for building a supportive school environment and encouraging students to seek help when needed.

Tier 1
2/25
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Robert Conceison

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MA Counselor

Can You Catch Anxiety?

In this detective-themed individual counseling session, a 5th grade student will track anxious thoughts like clues and learn strategies to ‘catch’ and challenge them. This 45-minute Tier 3 activity helps build coping skills and self-awareness in a personalized, engaging format.

Tier 3
5/20

Theresa

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FL Counselor, Social Worker

Crisis Check-Up

A brief structured check-in tool to monitor ongoing suicide risk factors and update safety plans dynamically with a 9th grade student in a 20-minute one-on-one session. This Tier 3 individual intervention helps counselors assess current risk, track mood trends, and provide coping support to keep students safe.

Tier 3
5/9
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Adam Sipes

E

CA Counselor

Mind Matters Toolkit

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.

Tier 3
5/16
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Jacqueline Russell

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FL Counselor

Assessing Mental and Emotional Health for College Applications

This lesson is designed for 12th grade students to help them assess their mental and emotional health while dealing with college applications and making significant career decisions. The objective is to equip students with strategies to manage stress and make informed decisions. The lesson will last 45 minutes.

Tier 1
2/25
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Ellie Cuenca

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NY Instructor

Resilience Toolkit

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

Tier 3
5/19
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Allison Thibodaux-Wing

E

CA Psychologist

Conquering Test Anxiety: Building Confidence and Calm

This 4-session lesson is designed for students in grades 3-5 to help them manage and overcome testing anxiety. Through engaging activities, games, and discussions, students will learn strategies to build confidence and remain calm during tests. Each session is 20 minutes long, focusing on different aspects of anxiety management and providing practical tools that students can use in real-life testing situations.

Tier 1
4/3
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Hazel Boatwright

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NC Social Worker

Meet Your Counselor

This lesson will introduce students to their school counselor through interactive activities and discussion. It's essential for students to feel comfortable approaching their counselor for support, and this lesson aims to build that familiarity and trust.

Tier 1
2/25
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Andrea Asbun Handal

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TX Counselor

Counseling Corner

A one-on-one counseling session for 5th graders focused on identifying emotions and learning coping strategies. This Tier 3 individualized lesson empowers students to understand their feelings and practice tools for emotional regulation within 30 minutes.

Tier 3
5/13
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Abby Downing

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MA Counselor

Counselor Bingo

In this engaging lesson, students will get to know their school counselor through a fun and interactive Bingo game. This activity helps students understand the counselor's role and feel comfortable approaching them for support. It also encourages listening skills and provides a platform for questions and discussions.

Tier 1
2/25
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Vanessa Duckett

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TX Counselor

Wellness Checkpoint

This 15-minute individual Tier 3 lesson guides a secondary student in designing a concise mental health screener to triage referrals into Tier 2 group or Tier 3 one-on-one counseling. It empowers the student to craft clear, targeted questions for quick identification of support needs, ensuring swift and appropriate district mental health services.

Tier 3
5/9
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Adam Sipes

E

CA Counselor

Emotion Snapshot

A targeted assessment that uses quick prompts and drawing exercises to capture a snapshot of a child's current emotional state; perfect for guiding personalized support. This session is designed for 3rd grade individual counseling in a 20-minute session and helps tailor personalized interventions.

Tier 3
5/14

Araceli

E

CA Social Worker

Feelings Check-Up

A 15-minute one-on-one SEL assessment for 3rd graders to reflect on their emotions, coping strategies, and support needs at the end of the school year. This session helps identify each student’s social-emotional strengths and areas for growth, informing personalized Tier 3 supports.

Tier 3
5/15

Monica Garza

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TX Social Worker

Quiet Courage

In this 15-minute one-on-one session, a 12th-grade student will learn personalized coping strategies to manage cafeteria noise and feelings of rejection sensitivity dysphoria. This lesson helps build self-awareness and resilience through mindfulness, self-advocacy, and practical tools for real-life challenges.

Tier 3
Wednesday

EmmA

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OH General Education Teacher

Coping with School Anxiety

This lesson is designed to help a 10th-grade student develop and implement personalized coping strategies to manage anxiety related to attending school. Through a combination of discussion, activity, and quiz, the student will explore their feelings, create actionable strategies, and assess their understanding. This lesson is important as it empowers the student to overcome barriers and improve their ability to complete assigned tasks.

Tier 3
2/25

Kyle Ryan

E

CA Psychologist

Understanding CBT: Thoughts, Feelings, Actions

This lesson introduces students to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), focusing on the interplay between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Students will explore how these elements influence each other and learn practical strategies to manage stress and anxiety. This lesson is crucial for developing self-awareness and emotional regulation skills, which are essential for mental well-being and academic success.

Tier 1
2/25

Deb Schmill

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NY Instructor

Emotional Wellbeing Survey

In this lesson, students will learn about emotional wellbeing through discussions and activities that promote positive mental health. They will complete a survey to reflect on their own feelings and coping strategies. This lesson helps students develop self-awareness and emotional literacy, which are crucial for their overall mental health.

Tier 1
2/25

Diana Rodriguez

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TX Counselor

Anxiety Busters: School Edition

This lesson helps a 4th-grade student practice and demonstrate ways to decrease personal anxiety associated with school activities and peer interactions. Through experiential and game-based learning, the student will engage in activities that promote relaxation and confidence. This lesson is important as it equips students with practical strategies to manage anxiety, enhancing their overall school experience and social interactions.

Tier 3
2/25

Iana Aguilera

E

CA Instructor

Building Resilience: Conquering Anxiety

This 6-session lesson series is designed for 6th-grade students to develop anxiety management and resiliency skills. Through engaging discussions, activities, and quizzes, students will learn practical strategies to handle anxiety and build resilience, empowering them to face challenges with confidence. The series includes pre and post-tests to assess progress, ensuring that students gain valuable life skills.

Tier 1
4/8
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Jabari Garrette

Counselor

Navigating Social Anxiety

This 8-session plan helps 10th-grade students understand social anxiety and explore effective coping strategies through personal reflection and self-guided activities. Each session focuses on different aspects of social anxiety, allowing students to develop personalized coping strategies and apply them in real-life situations. This approach promotes mental well-being and resilience by equipping students with the knowledge and tools to handle social situations more confidently.

Tier 1
2/25

Brytnee Peacock

E

CA Psychologist

Counselor's Toolbox

In this lesson, students will learn about the various tools and resources that a school counselor uses to help with problems and emotions. The students will then create their own 'toolbox' of coping skills and resources that they can take home. This lesson is essential as it helps young students understand the support available to them and equips them with basic emotional tools for resilience.

Tier 1
2/25
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Erika Morris

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TX Counselor

Anxiety Busters: Game On!

This lesson aims to help a 7th grade boy reduce anxiety through engaging activities and visual aids. By incorporating game-based and experiential learning strategies, the lesson will provide practical tools and techniques to manage anxiety effectively. This approach is crucial for building resilience and promoting mental well-being in middle school students.

Tier 3
2/25

Kristen Williams

E

CA Psychologist

Artful Anxiety Busters - Individual Session

This individual session uses art and personal reflection to help an 8th-grade student reduce anxiety. Through a creative activity and guided self-reflection, the student will explore ways to manage their feelings and develop coping strategies. This session is important as it provides the student with practical tools to handle stress, enhancing their emotional well-being and academic performance.

Tier 3
2/25

Erica Carlos

E

CA Psychologist

Anxiety Busters

This lesson focuses on helping a 4th-grade student practice and demonstrate ways to decrease personal anxiety associated with school activities and peer interactions. Through experiential learning and game-based activities, the student will learn practical techniques to manage anxiety. This lesson is important as it equips the student with essential skills to navigate school life more comfortably and confidently.

Tier 3
2/25

Iana Aguilera

E

CA Instructor

Counselor Meet and Greet Bingo

This lesson involves an interactive bingo game designed to help students learn interesting facts about their counselor while also sharing about themselves. This session fosters a friendly and approachable image of the counselor, helping students feel more comfortable seeking guidance and support. By engaging in this activity, students will develop communication skills and build a sense of community within the classroom.

Tier 1
2/25
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Robert Conceison

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MA Counselor

Meet Your School Counselor!

In this lesson, students will be introduced to the school counselor and learn about their role in the school. This lesson is important as it helps students understand the support available to them, ensuring they are aware of who to turn to for help with social, emotional, or academic issues.

Tier 1
2/25
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Kate Guilmette

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VT Counselor

Superhero Skills: Managing Anxiety for Third Graders

This three-session lesson is designed to help an anxious third grader develop effective coping skills, identify and overcome barriers, and improve communication and listening skills. Through engaging discussions and activities, the student will learn to manage anxiety and stress, empowering them with strategies to handle challenging situations. Each session is 15 minutes long, focusing on individual support for a student with undiagnosed anxiety.

Tier 3
3/12
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Kiley Horn

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AZ Counselor

Anxiety Busters

This lesson focuses on helping 8th-grade students understand and manage anxiety through interactive and experiential learning strategies. Students will participate in a discussion to share their experiences and learn from each other, followed by a worksheet activity that provides practical exercises to manage anxiety. This lesson is important as it equips students with tools to handle stress, promoting mental well-being and academic success.

Tier 1
2/25

Yvonne Brown

E

CA Psychologist