Family & Caregiver Counseling

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.

This lesson introduces 3rd-grade students to the concept of therapy in a simple and engaging way. Through a guided discussion, students will learn what therapy is, why people might go to therapy, and how it can help. This lesson is important as it helps normalize the idea of seeking help and promotes mental health awareness from a young age.

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.

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.

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.

In this lesson plan, students will get to know their School Counselor through an engaging bingo game. This will help them understand who their School Counselor is, what they do, and how they can help. The game format makes it fun and interactive, which is ideal for keeping 2nd graders' attention.

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.

Students will get to know the role of the school counselor, how they can help, and how to approach them for support. This lesson promotes social-emotional learning, helping students feel comfortable and supported in their school environment.

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.

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.

In this lesson, students will be introduced to the role of a school counselor. They will participate in an interactive game and discussion to understand how a counselor helps students. This lesson aims to make students comfortable with the counselor and know who to approach when they need help.

This lesson aims to introduce Grade 6 students to the school's counseling services. It helps students understand the role of the counselor and the type of support they can provide. The lesson is essential for fostering a supportive school environment where students feel comfortable seeking help when needed.

This lesson aims to introduce the school counselor to third-grade students. The session will include a fun and interactive activity, watching a brief video, and a group discussion to help students understand the role of their counselor and learn some personal facts about them. This will build a foundation of trust and familiarity, which is crucial for students to feel comfortable seeking help from their counselor in the future.

This lesson introduces 6th and 7th graders to the concept of grief and loss, focusing on understanding emotions and learning healthy coping strategies. Through age-appropriate discussions and activities, students will gain tools to express their feelings and seek support, fostering emotional resilience and mental health awareness.

This lesson is designed for a one-on-one counseling session with a 4th-grade student. The focus is on helping the student identify five coping strategies they can use when experiencing heightened emotions. This lesson is important as it equips the student with practical tools to manage their emotions, promoting emotional regulation and resilience.

In this 15-minute individualized session, a 3rd grader will learn to identify feelings of sadness and anger and practice simple, effective coping strategies. This worksheet equips him with a personalized ‘toolbox’ of coping skills to handle big emotions, fostering self-regulation and resilience.

This lesson involves a simulation-based activity where students role-play as grief counselors and clients. Through this exercise, students will learn effective communication and empathy skills, which are crucial for interpersonal relationships and emotional intelligence. The lesson includes feedback sessions to help students reflect on their performance and improve their skills, making it a valuable experience for personal and professional development.

This lesson introduces 5th-grade students to the concept of grief and provides them with strategies to cope with it. Using a combination of restorative practices, trauma-informed teaching, and game-based learning, students will engage in a discussion, watch a video, and complete a reflective activity. This lesson is important as it equips students with the emotional tools to handle loss and trauma, fostering resilience and emotional intelligence.

In this lesson, students will have an interactive session with their school counselor to understand the counselor's role, how they can help, and when to approach them for support. This lesson aims to build trust and awareness among students, encouraging them to seek help when needed.

Students will get to know the school counselor, understand their role, and learn how they can help. The session includes a fun ice-breaker game and a Q&A segment. This lesson is important because it builds a positive relationship between students and the counselor, making them more likely to seek help when needed.

This lesson helps students understand and cope with the emotions they may experience when dealing with a sick family member, particularly focusing on grief. It includes a video and a worksheet to provide students with practical coping strategies. This lesson is important as it equips students with emotional tools to handle difficult situations, promoting emotional resilience and well-being.

In this 30-minute individual support lesson, a 2nd grader will explore feelings of grief, learn healthy coping strategies, and create a personal comfort toolkit. This lesson helps young students understand and express their emotions in a safe, supportive one-on-one setting.

This lesson is designed for a 3rd-grade student in an individual counseling setting. The goal is to help the student identify what they need to feel comfortable and successful when facing a perceived school challenge. This is important as it empowers the student to articulate their needs, fostering self-awareness and self-advocacy skills.

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.

In this lesson, students will be introduced to the school counselor and learn about the role they play in the school community. This will include a fun coloring activity and an interactive discussion on how the counselor can help them. Understanding the role of the school counselor is crucial for young students as it fosters trust and helps them know where to turn for support.

In this 30-minute lesson, first graders will meet their school counselor through a fun and interactive presentation. They will learn the role of the counselor and how they can assist them throughout the school year. This lesson encourages young students to approach their counselor whenever they need help or guidance.

This 6-session individual lesson plan is designed for 2nd graders to help them process grief and work on emotional regulation and impulse control. Through engaging activities, worksheets, and games, students will learn to understand and manage their emotions in a supportive environment. This lesson is crucial for building emotional resilience and coping skills at a young age.

In this lesson, students will learn what a counselor does through a fun and interactive activity. They will understand the role of a school counselor and how counselors help students. This lesson is essential because it introduces young students to a supportive figure within the school system, helping them know who to turn to for support.

In this lesson, students will explore the typical day of an elementary school counselor, focusing on their roles and responsibilities. They will learn how counselors support students academically, socially, and emotionally. This lesson is important as it helps students understand the support system available to them and encourages them to seek help when needed.

This lesson introduces students to their school counselor, helping them understand the counselor's role and how they can help. The session includes an introduction, a discussion about the counselor, fun facts, and a Q&A segment. This lesson is important as it helps to build a rapport between students and the counselor, making them feel comfortable seeking guidance and support.

Students will get to know their school counselor through an interactive Q&A session. This lesson is crucial as it helps students understand the supportive role of the school counselor and encourages them to seek help when needed.

This lesson aims to help 3rd graders understand what divorce is and learn healthy ways to cope with the changes and emotions that come with it. This lesson is crucial as it equips students with knowledge and strategies to handle their feelings about divorce effectively, fostering emotional resilience.

This lesson introduces students to the role of a school counselor through interactive activities and multimedia. Students will learn about the various ways a counselor can support them, including emotional support, academic guidance, and conflict resolution. Understanding the role of a school counselor is crucial for students to feel comfortable seeking help and support when needed, fostering a safe and supportive school environment.

This 10-lesson series aims to help middle school students understand and cope with the emotional impact of divorce. Each lesson focuses on a different aspect of coping, such as emotional awareness, communication skills, and building resilience. By using trauma-informed teaching strategies, students will engage in collaborative learning and restorative practices to explore their feelings and develop healthy coping mechanisms. This series is crucial as it provides a safe space for students to express their emotions and learn strategies to manage them effectively.

This lesson is designed to help a 3rd-grade student with emotional disturbance learn coping skills for managing anxiety. Through a creative and experiential approach, the student will use a coloring worksheet to identify and express where they feel emotions in their body. This activity is important as it provides a non-verbal way for the student to connect with their emotions, fostering self-awareness and emotional regulation.

In this one-session, 30-minute individual lesson, 5th graders learn healthy ways to cope with grief and loss through expressive activities and reflection. This lesson provides a safe space to acknowledge feelings, share memories, and develop personal coping strategies.

In this one-session, 30-minute lesson, 7th-grade students will explore healthy ways to understand and cope with grief. They’ll learn emotional vocabulary, share experiences in a safe space, and develop personal coping strategies. This Tier 1 lesson fosters social-emotional wellness and equips all students with tools for real-life challenges.

In this engaging 30-minute lesson, 3rd–5th grade students will get to know their school counselor, understand the counselor’s role, and build comfort for future support. This Tier 1 classroom lesson includes interactive activities and games to establish a trusting relationship and introduce essential counseling services.

Students will meet their school counselor and learn about their role in the school. This lesson is important because it helps students feel comfortable seeking support and understanding the resources available to them.

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.

In this lesson, students will meet their school counselor, learn about their role, and understand how they can help. This lesson is crucial as it fosters trust and comfort with the counselor, ensuring students know where to seek help for various issues.

Students will have an opportunity to meet their school counselor, learn about the counselor's role, and understand how they can seek help. This lesson is important to familiarize students with the resources available to them and to promote a safe and supportive school environment.

In this 30-minute session, 6th graders in a small group explore healthy ways to cope with grief through discussion and creative activities. This lesson fosters emotional support and equips students with strategies to express and manage their feelings.

In this 30-minute individual session, a 4th grader learns to understand and express feelings of grief, explore healthy coping strategies, and create a personalized grief-support plan. This lesson empowers students to navigate loss with emotional resilience and self-awareness.

This lesson helps 3rd grade students understand and cope with the emotions that arise when parents are not together. Using a trauma-informed approach, the lesson includes a video to introduce coping strategies and a discussion to help students express their feelings. This lesson is important as it provides a safe space for students to explore their emotions and learn healthy coping mechanisms.

This 3-session lesson for 1st graders focuses on helping students understand and cope with grief and loss. Through engaging activities, games, and discussions, students will learn to express their feelings and develop empathy. Each session lasts 30 minutes and is designed to provide individual support, making it suitable for Tier 3 interventions.

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.

In this engaging 1st-grade lesson, students will explore the important role of a school counselor, understanding how they help and support students in various ways. This lesson is crucial as it helps young learners recognize the resources available to them and encourages them to seek help when needed. The session will be 30 minutes long and includes a variety of interactive components to keep students engaged and informed.

This lesson aims to help 3rd graders understand grief and learn healthy coping mechanisms. It includes a video, discussions, and activities to support emotional well-being. By understanding grief and learning ways to cope, students can better navigate their emotions and support others going through similar experiences.

This 5-session lesson is designed for a 3rd grade student on an IEP, focusing on identifying negative and positive self-talk, understanding coping strategies, and exploring cognitive behavioral triangle connections. Each 20-minute session will empower the student with practical skills to transform negative thoughts into positive ones, enhancing their emotional well-being and resilience.

In this 25-minute individual counseling session for 3rd graders, students use Solution-Focused Brief Therapy’s miracle question to envision a problem magically solved and explore aspirations and emotions. This session helps build hope, clarity, and goal-setting skills.

In this lesson, students will go on a fun scavenger hunt around the classroom to find clues that introduce them to the school counselor and their role. This interactive activity helps make the introduction memorable and engaging for young students.

This lesson helps students get to know their school counselor in a fun, interactive way. Establishing a connection with the counselor can create a stronger support system for students and provide them with a familiar face to turn to for help.

This lesson explores the role of counseling services in shaping students' identities and experiences in public schools. It is designed for adults, focusing on how counseling can support the development of well-rounded individuals in a diverse society. The session will last 30 minutes and is crucial for understanding the integration of counseling in educational settings.

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.

One-on-one counseling session designed for a 10th grader to explore and develop personal coping strategies for stress and anxiety. This 40-minute session will guide the student through self-reflection, skill-building, and planning actionable coping techniques to use in daily life.

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 for 2nd graders, students will learn to understand and express grief through drawing, sharing memories, and simple coping strategies. This individual Tier 3 support lesson helps young learners recognize their feelings and develop healthy ways to remember loved ones.

This lesson introduces 6th graders to the concept of working with an outpatient therapist, helping them understand what therapy sessions might involve and how they can benefit from them. It's an important lesson to demystify therapy and encourage students to seek help when needed, fostering a supportive environment. The lesson is designed for a single 15-minute session and includes a video component to enhance understanding.

Students will meet the school counselor and learn about different feelings and emotions through storytelling and drawing. This lesson helps young students understand and express their emotions effectively, which is crucial for their social-emotional development.

Students will learn about the various roles and responsibilities of a school counselor. This lesson will help students understand how counselors support their academic and emotional needs through discussions and engaging activities.

A guided individual counseling session using open-ended questions and reflective exercises to help a student articulate and manage emotions. This Tier 3 session is designed for an 8th grade student and takes 30 minutes, focusing on individual counseling techniques to foster self-awareness and emotional regulation.

This lesson is designed for 1st to 3rd grade students with special needs and behavior challenges. The objective is to engage students in a fun, collaborative, and hands-on activity that helps them understand the connection between helpful and unhelpful thoughts and their feelings and behaviors using cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) principles. The lesson is designed to be completed in 15 minutes.

In this individual 30-minute session, a 7th grader will learn to identify personalized coping skills, explore healthy strategies, and reflect on which work best. This lesson fosters self-awareness and emotional resilience by guiding students through practical exercises and reflection.

This lesson introduces first-grade students to the concept of a 'Coping Skill Tree,' helping them identify and develop strategies to manage emotions and challenges. Through engaging activities and worksheets, students will learn how to nurture their emotional resilience, an essential life skill that will support their well-being and personal growth.

This 8-week program uses a story-based approach to help 3rd grade students understand what anxiety is and how it might feel. Each week, students will engage in activities that build on their understanding and coping strategies for anxiety. Parent letters will be sent home weekly to keep families informed and involved.

This lesson introduces 5th grade students to coping skills for managing anxiety through active and collaborative learning. Students will engage in a project-based activity to explore different coping strategies, participate in a discussion to share personal experiences, and complete a worksheet to reinforce their understanding. This lesson is important as it equips students with practical tools to handle anxiety, promoting emotional well-being and resilience.

This lesson is designed to help a 5th-grade student understand and process grief, particularly in the context of their teacher experiencing a death in her family. It will provide a safe space for the student to explore emotions and learn coping strategies. This individual session will last 30 minutes and aims to offer emotional support and understanding.

This lesson introduces 6th graders to the basics of the Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) framework, focusing on understanding thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. This foundational knowledge is crucial for developing emotional intelligence and resilience, helping students manage their emotions and reactions in everyday situations. The lesson is designed for a single 15-minute session and includes engaging activities and a game to reinforce learning.

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 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.

This counseling session is designed to help a 5th-grade student learn and practice emotional regulation skills. By focusing on coping strategies such as deep breathing, positive self-talk, and visualization, the student will gain tools to manage emotions effectively. These skills are crucial for personal development and can enhance the student's ability to handle stress and emotional challenges.

This lesson uses a game-based approach to help two second-grade girls process trauma related to their biological parents. By engaging in a picture-based activity, the students will explore their feelings and thoughts in a safe and supportive environment. This lesson is important as it provides a gentle and interactive way for the students to express themselves and begin healing, using strategies that are accessible given their reading and spelling levels.

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 5-session lesson is designed for a middle school student struggling with educational success and motivation, particularly due to a trauma history and complex family dynamics. The lesson focuses on fostering internal motivation for school by exploring personal goals, understanding the value of effort, and building resilience. Each session is 30 minutes long and includes a variety of engaging activities to support individual learning.

In this one-session, 30-minute Tier 1 lesson, 7th graders will learn about the process of ending counseling support, reflect on their progress, and create plans for maintaining well-being. This lesson builds emotional awareness and empowers students to transition from school counseling services.

In this lesson, 3rd-grade students will explore the concept of the cognitive triangle, understanding how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are interconnected. This lesson is crucial for helping students recognize and change unhelpful thoughts into helpful ones, promoting emotional well-being and positive behavior. It is designed as a Tier 3 individual support session lasting 30 minutes.

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.

In this 30-minute lesson, 4th graders will explore healthy ways to cope with grief and support each other. Students will understand what grief is, identify feelings, and learn comforting strategies. This Tier 1 lesson fosters empathy, emotional resilience, and classroom community.