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.

A one-on-one, 30-minute session for a 14-year-old student experiencing hidden mental health challenges in a tense home environment. The student will learn self-awareness, practice coping strategies, and create a personalized plan to manage voices and difficult emotions.

A series of sessions that strengthen parent-child relationships through positive communication techniques, targeting middle and high school audiences.

This series of play therapy lessons is designed for second-grade students to explore emotions, build social skills, and enhance self-awareness through play. Each session incorporates experiential learning, trauma-informed teaching, and collaborative learning strategies to create a safe and engaging environment. These lessons are crucial for fostering emotional resilience and promoting positive interactions among students. Trauma-informed practices are integrated to ensure a supportive and healing environment, focusing on safety, trust, and empowerment.

This follow-up individual counseling session aims to build on the previous lesson by introducing journaling and positive self-talk as additional strategies to manage overthinking. These techniques can help the student process thoughts and emotions more effectively, leading to improved mental well-being and focus.

This series of 10 counseling lessons is designed for a 1st grade special education student who is demonstrating a pattern of poor choices affecting their social interactions. The lessons aim to develop personal accountability and self-regulation skills, crucial for improving social relationships and overall classroom behavior. Each session is 30 minutes long, focusing on interactive and engaging activities tailored to individual needs.

This lesson will introduce parents to active listening techniques and provide them with opportunities to practice these skills through role-playing and discussion. Parents will leave with a better understanding of how to foster effective communication with their children.

This lesson focuses on teaching parents the importance of active listening in communication. It includes role-playing activities, discussions, and practical exercises to help parents practice and improve their listening skills.

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 lesson introduces parents to mindfulness techniques that can improve family dynamics and support their children's mental health. By learning and practicing mindfulness, parents can create a more peaceful and supportive home environment. This session will empower parents with tools to manage stress, enhance communication, and foster emotional resilience in their children.

This series of 10 counseling lessons is designed for a 1st grade special education student, focusing on helping Elijah replace inappropriate communication with respectful verbal interactions during social encounters. Each 30-minute session will build on the previous one, teaching Elijah to manage frustration and negative emotions by using kind words and seeking adult support. These lessons are crucial for Elijah's social development and emotional regulation, providing him with essential life skills for positive interactions.

Over 10 weeks of 30-minute one-on-one sessions teaching a 5th grade student CBIT strategies to manage Tourette’s and co-occurring ADHD. This Tier 3 plan provides personalized support, self-awareness tools, habit-reversal techniques, and relaxation methods from the Tourette Association of America.

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.

This lesson focuses on equipping parents with effective discipline strategies that promote positive behavior in children. It is important because it helps parents understand the balance between setting boundaries and nurturing a supportive environment, which is crucial for children's development.

This series of 10 counseling sessions for 1st-grade students focuses on implementing self-regulation strategies to manage frustration and negative emotions. Each session builds on the previous one, reinforcing emotional intelligence and social skills, helping students navigate their feelings and interactions more effectively. Designed for a Tier 1 classroom setting, each session lasts 30 minutes.

This individual counseling session is designed to help a 9th-grade student understand and navigate peer dynamics, focusing on recognizing and addressing aggressive behavior among peers. The session aims to develop the student's empathy and conflict resolution skills, contributing to a more positive personal and school environment. The session will last 30 minutes.

Parents will learn how to set healthy boundaries with their children in a loving and effective manner, promoting respect and understanding. This workshop is designed for a family engagement night at a local after-school program, focusing on supporting kids' mental health. The session will last 50 minutes and is suitable for a Tier 1 classroom setting, making it accessible to all parents.

In this individual counseling session, the student will engage in personal storytelling and reflection to explore their emotions and perspectives. This session is important as it helps the student develop self-awareness and emotional intelligence, which are crucial for personal growth and emotional well-being.

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.

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 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 5-session lesson is designed for a kindergartner who struggles with tantrums during non-preferred tasks. The goal is to equip her with coping skills through engaging activities and personalized strategies. Each 30-minute session will focus on building emotional regulation skills in a fun and supportive environment.

This three-session individual counseling series for 8th graders focuses on reframing negative thinking patterns into positive ones. It's crucial for developing emotional resilience and improving mental well-being. Each session lasts 30 minutes and is designed to provide personalized support and practical strategies for managing negative thoughts.

This two-session lesson is designed for a 1st-grade female student to help her challenge negative thinking patterns related to peer relationships using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) techniques. Over two 50-minute sessions, the student will engage in activities, games, and discussions to foster positive social interactions and build confidence in her ability to form and maintain friendships.

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 3-session lesson is designed for a student struggling with low self-esteem, negative mindset, perfectionism, PTSD, anxiety, and depression. It focuses on teaching positive coping strategies, 'I' statements, positive self-talk, and reframing negative thoughts to help manage overwhelming situations. Each session is 30 minutes long and includes a variety of engaging components to support individual growth and emotional well-being.

This lesson teaches the student effective conflict resolution techniques to handle disagreements peacefully. Through scenario-based activities and discussions, the student will learn to negotiate and find mutually beneficial solutions.

This lesson focuses on teaching a 9th grade male student with severe mental health issues ways to strengthen his relationship with his parent. Through experiential and game-based learning, the student will explore effective communication strategies and emotional understanding. This lesson is important as it fosters a supportive family environment, which is crucial for the student's emotional and social development.

This two-session Tier 3 individual lesson supports a 7-year-old 2nd grader with FASD to identify, express, and vocalize emotions using visual aids and structured activities. Each 40-minute session builds step-by-step skills to enhance emotional awareness and communication, fostering self-regulation and confidence.

This two-session lesson is designed for an 8th grade male student with ADHD who struggles with impulse control and understanding cause and effect. The goal is to help the student develop strategies to pause and think before acting, and to find alternative activities to replace negative choices. Each session is 15 minutes long, focusing on practical and relatable scenarios to empower the student to make better decisions.

This lesson focuses on strengthening the parent-child relationship through emotional regulation techniques, tailored for a small group of 3rd grade students. It aims to help students understand the importance of communicating emotions with parents and practicing strategies to manage emotions together. This lesson is crucial as it fosters a supportive environment at home, promoting emotional well-being and positive family interactions.

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 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.

This lesson is designed to support parents and children in dealing with the emotional and practical challenges of having an incarcerated family member. It aims to provide coping strategies, emotional support, and communication skills to help families navigate this difficult situation. The lesson is tailored for a parent and child to work together in a 90-minute session, focusing on individual needs and fostering a supportive environment.

This lesson is designed for parents to understand anxiety in children and learn effective strategies to help their kids cope. It's crucial because it equips parents with the knowledge and tools to support their children's mental health, fostering a nurturing environment at home. The session will last 60 minutes and includes a lesson plan, discussion, activity, and slide deck.

This lesson helps 3rd-grade students understand changes in family dynamics and how to communicate their feelings effectively. By exploring these concepts, students will develop empathy and communication skills, which are crucial for navigating personal and social challenges. The lesson includes a video, reading, discussion, and activities to engage students actively and support their emotional well-being.

This lesson helps students understand the emotional impact of having a parent in jail and provides strategies to cope with these changes. Through storytelling and role-playing, students will explore emotions and learn coping mechanisms. This lesson is important as it fosters empathy and emotional intelligence, helping students navigate complex family dynamics.

This one-on-one counseling session helps a student understand the importance of words and their potential negative consequences. Through personalized discussion and reflection, the student will learn to reflect on their language and its impact on others. This session is crucial for developing empathy and responsible communication skills at an early age.

This lesson is designed to help a 1st grade autistic male student reduce tantrums and improve communication skills through a combination of counseling and speech therapy. The lesson incorporates Active Learning, Collaborative Learning, and Blended Learning strategies to engage the student in a supportive and interactive environment. By focusing on both emotional regulation and speech development, the lesson aims to provide the student with tools to express himself more effectively and manage emotions.

This lesson focuses on developing both peer and family interaction strategies for teens with high-functioning autism through structured role-playing exercises. The lesson aims to improve students' ability to understand social cues and communicate effectively with both peers and family members, which is essential for their social development and confidence in social settings.

This 5-session individual lesson is designed for a 6th-grade boy with ADHD, focusing on decreasing conduct incidents and improving emotional regulation, personal accountability, and maintaining positive peer relationships. The sessions will include engaging activities, discussions, and readings to help the student develop essential life skills in a supportive environment.

This workshop engages parents in learning about wellness strategies they can apply at home. It includes presentations, hands-on activities, and a Q&A session to ensure parents leave with practical tools and knowledge. This lesson is important as it empowers parents to foster a healthy environment at home, benefiting both their well-being and that of their children.

In this one-on-one session, an 8th-grade student will learn healthy strategies to recognize self-harm triggers, practice coping skills, and build a personalized safety plan. This Tier 3 intervention empowers the student to manage difficult emotions and reduce self-harm urges—crucial for their well-being and resilience.

This one-on-one session aims to teach a 3rd grader coping skills to manage anxiety through personalized activities and discussions. By understanding and practicing these skills, the student can better handle stressful situations, leading to improved emotional well-being and academic performance.

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.

This lesson is designed for a 7th grade student with autism and ADHD to explore how actions impact behavior. Through a personalized approach, the student will engage in activities that help them understand the connection between their actions and the resulting behaviors. This lesson is crucial for developing self-awareness and self-regulation skills, which are essential for personal growth and social interactions. The session will last 30 minutes and includes a lesson plan, a game, and a worksheet.

This 6-session individual lesson is designed to support a student dealing with cultural adjustment challenges, immigrant-related stress, grief, and family separation. The goal is to provide cultural adjustment support, foster social connections, offer grief support, and build resilience. Each session is 45 minutes long and will include a variety of engaging components such as a lesson plan, worksheet, video, activity, game, script, warm-up, and cool-down. The lesson will be tailored to meet the student's language needs, with materials available in Spanish.

Students will learn to take control of their inner dialogue by recognizing and redirecting negative self-talk. This lesson is crucial for building resilience and a positive mindset. Designed for a 10th-grade group, this 50-minute session will empower students to manage their thoughts effectively.

In this 45-minute session for high school students (10th-12th grade, including repeating 9th graders), we will explore the complex roles within families affected by addiction. This lesson is crucial for fostering empathy and awareness, helping students recognize and understand the dynamics that can impact their lives or those around them. The session will include a discussion, an engaging activity, and a video to enhance understanding.

This lesson focuses on teaching impulse control strategies to 1st-grade boys with ADHD through two 30-minute sessions. The first session is indoors in the counselor's office, focusing on understanding and visualizing impulses, while the second session takes place outdoors, applying these strategies in a natural setting.

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.

This individual counseling session is designed for an 11th-grade student experiencing anxiety symptoms. The session will focus on introducing the concept of positive self-talk and its impact on emotional well-being. The student will learn how to create a personalized self-talk script for anxiety-inducing situations, enhancing their ability to manage emotions and stress effectively. This session is crucial for developing resilience and promoting a positive mindset.

This lesson plan is designed to help 7th graders who have experienced trauma at home. Through two 45-minute sessions, students will learn to seek help, talk about their experiences, and explore healthy coping skills. The lesson incorporates active learning, trauma-informed teaching, and inquiry-based learning strategies to create a supportive environment. By engaging in discussions, activities, and watching a video, students will gain tools to manage their emotions and build resilience.

This three-session lesson is designed for a student with challenges in impulse control, defiance, and relationship building. The focus is on helping the student become more mindful of defiant behaviors through engaging activities and strategies. Each session is 30 minutes long and includes a variety of components to support the student's IEP goals.

This lesson is designed for caregivers of veterans, focusing on understanding and overcoming blame using insights from Brené Brown's video on blame. In a 75-minute session, participants will engage in discussions and activities to explore the impact of blame on relationships and develop strategies to foster healthier interactions. This lesson is crucial for caregivers to enhance their emotional resilience and improve their caregiving experience.

This lesson aims to educate parents about childhood anxiety, providing them with tools and strategies to support their children effectively. By understanding the signs and symptoms of anxiety, parents can create a supportive environment that fosters emotional well-being. This lesson is crucial as it empowers parents to recognize and address anxiety, promoting healthier family dynamics and child development.

This lesson is designed to equip parents with effective strategies to support their children with ADHD, focusing on minimizing frustration and enhancing understanding. By engaging in discussions, reading, and practical activities, parents will gain insights into ADHD and learn how to implement restorative practices and trauma-informed teaching at home. This lesson is crucial for fostering a supportive environment that promotes the well-being and success of children with ADHD.

This two-session lesson is designed for a 2nd grader to help them manage and limit tantrums when faced with tasks they don't want to do. The lesson focuses on empowering the student with strategies to make calm choices and understand their emotions, fostering emotional intelligence and self-regulation skills. Each session is 30 minutes long, providing personalized support to address the student's specific needs.

This lesson is designed to help children with Oppositional Defiant Disorder improve their concentration and motivation through engaging activities. By using experiential and game-based learning strategies, students will participate in a collaborative activity that encourages focus and teamwork. This lesson is important as it provides a supportive environment for children to develop essential skills in a fun and interactive way.

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 is designed to help a 2nd-grade child with reactive attachment disorder learn to read and interpret other people's emotions. By becoming an 'Emotion Detective,' the child will gain valuable skills in recognizing facial expressions and understanding emotional cues, which are crucial for building healthy relationships and improving social interactions. The session will last 60 minutes and will be tailored to the child's individual needs.

This 5-session individual lesson is designed for a student struggling with initiating conversations, turn-taking, and coping with feelings of depression. The goal is to help the student practice initiating conversations with 1-2 turn-taking responses and develop coping strategies for managing frustration or sadness. Each session is 20 minutes long and includes a variety of engaging components such as scripts, worksheets, discussions, activities, games, and videos to support the student's socialization and emotional well-being.

This 6-session individual lesson plan is designed for a 5th-grade student who frequently engages in negative language with peers. The goal is to enhance self-awareness, relationship skills, and social awareness through interactive activities and discussions. Each session lasts 20 minutes, focusing on empowering the student to replace negative language with positive communication strategies, fostering healthier peer interactions.

This 5-session lesson plan is designed for a 2nd-grade student with Reactive Attachment Disorder (RAD). It focuses on creating a supportive and nurturing environment to help the child develop trust and emotional connections through therapeutic activities. Each session is 60 minutes long and includes activities that promote attachment, emotional regulation, and social skills, crucial for the child's development and well-being.

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.

A lesson that introduces families to mindfulness practices, including guided meditation, breathing exercises, mindfulness activities, journaling for reflection, and group discussion.

A 30-minute session designed for parents of K-12 students to better understand and implement conflict resolution strategies. The session will include a lesson plan, slide deck, activity, and discussion to engage parents in practical techniques for resolving conflicts effectively.

This individualized session focuses on identifying personal conflict triggers and developing tailored strategies for peaceful conflict resolution. It empowers students by promoting self-awareness and personal growth, specifically designed for a 9th-grade student. The session is 30 minutes long, providing a focused and personalized approach to conflict resolution.

A one-on-one session where a student learns to disconnect from perfectionist habits by identifying triggers and practicing mindfulness techniques. This lesson is important as it helps students manage stress and develop healthier coping mechanisms, fostering emotional well-being and resilience. Designed for a 2nd-grade student, the session lasts 50 minutes and provides personalized support.