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An interactive workshop for K-12 school counselors focused on best practices for writing clear, concise progress notes to track student growth and meet legal standards. This Tier 1 session includes foundational theory, practical activities, and reflection to ensure counselors leave confident in their documentation skills.

In this Tier 2 group lesson, 10th grade counseling students collaborate to create a fictional client case from scratch and then draft a complete SOAP note. This fun, hands-on game strengthens clinical documentation skills and encourages creativity within a structured format. Audiences: 10th Grade Counseling Group, 1 session of 40 minutes.

In this interactive mystery-solving breakout, students become note detectives who decipher clues from counseling progress notes to identify student needs and strengthen their critical reading and documentation skills. This lesson builds analytical and documentation literacy, crucial for understanding counseling processes and effective communication. Audience: 8th Grade, MTSS Tier 1, Single 50-minute session.

An individual digital escape-room challenge where students solve logic puzzles to uncover missing SOAP note sections, reinforcing their understanding of counseling progress note documentation. This Tier 3 intervention is tailored for 12th graders and delivered in a 35-minute session to master SOAP note components.

This individualized coaching module empowers school counselors to investigate gaps in their progress notes and refine documentation quality through self-assessment and targeted improvement. Delivered in a single 30-minute session for Tier 3 support.

A small-group intensive focusing on advanced SOAP documentation techniques to help adult counseling participants capture nuanced clinical information efficiently. This single 45-minute session empowers learners with sophisticated strategies for writing precise, actionable progress notes and fosters collaborative learning through interactive activities.

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.

An individual digital quest where the counselor trainee unlocks levels by crafting perfect SOAP notes. This self-paced, gamified experience builds mastery of clinical documentation skills in 45-minute sessions, tailored for one-on-one training under Tier 3 supports.

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 20-minute one-on-one session teaches a 12th-grade student how to accurately categorize real client quotes into SOAP note sections—crucial for professional counseling documentation skills.

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 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.

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 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.

In this 80-minute, full-class Tier 1 session for undergrad counseling students, we’ll guide learners through building a live DSM-5-focused intake and assessment toolkit. Students will explore each tool, assemble their own kit in collaborative stations, and demonstrate proficiency with an interactive quiz. This lesson is essential for grounding future counselors in practical diagnostic formulation skills.

This group counseling session focuses on enhancing social skills through engaging activities and a video component. The session is designed to help students develop confidence in social interactions, improve communication skills, and understand the importance of active listening. By using Game-Based Learning strategies, the session aims to make learning social skills fun and interactive, encouraging students to apply these skills in real-life situations.

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.

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 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.

A series of six lessons designed for 6th-8th graders to enhance social skills in a group counseling setting. Each lesson focuses on different aspects of social interaction, including communication, empathy, teamwork, conflict resolution, friendship building, and self-awareness, with a duration of 30 minutes per session.

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 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 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 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.

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.

In this 20-minute, tier 2 small group game, counseling trainees compete in a fast-paced relay to complete SOAP notes on sample cases, enhancing documentation speed and accuracy. Perfect for counselor training groups looking to sharpen their progress note skills under pressure.

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.

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.

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 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.

This engaging lesson aims to help 4th graders address and manage testing anxiety through understanding and practical strategies. By exploring the concept of anxiety and learning coping mechanisms, students will feel more confident and prepared for tests. The lesson includes a 30-minute session with a lesson plan, slide deck, script, activity, warm-up, cool-down, and a video to support learning.

This one-on-one counseling session aims to boost self-esteem in a 7th grade student on an IEP through personalized activities and discussions. By focusing on self-acceptance and personal growth, the student will learn practical strategies to enhance their self-esteem. This session is important as it empowers the student to recognize their unique strengths and fosters a positive self-image, which is crucial for their overall well-being and academic success.

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.

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.

This 3-session lesson for 3rd and 4th graders focuses on developing coping skills for test anxiety and addressing perfectionism. Students will learn practical strategies to manage stress and build confidence, helping them perform better in academic settings. Each session is 15 minutes long, designed for small groups needing extra support.

Implementing art therapy programs in school settings to support student well-being.

This 6-session lesson is designed for a 5th-grade male student who is competitive and often finds himself in conflict with peers due to misunderstandings. The goal is to enhance his perspective-taking skills, increase personal awareness of his competitive nature, and reduce conflicts. Each session is 20 minutes long and focuses on building empathy and understanding through interactive activities and discussions.

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 3-session lesson is designed for a kindergarten student with ASD to help them identify and respond to social cues during group games. Each 15-minute session will focus on enhancing the student's ability to discern both observable and unobservable social cues, fostering better social interactions. This lesson is crucial for developing essential social skills that will aid the student in navigating group dynamics effectively.

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.

In this 30-minute introductory lesson, kindergarten students will meet the school counselor, learn her role, and practice sharing feelings. Building trust early helps students feel supported and develop social-emotional awareness.

In this 30-minute, single-session Tier 2 group lesson, 9th graders are introduced to the basics of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Students will learn how thoughts influence feelings and behaviors through interactive activities, gaining practical skills to challenge negative thinking patterns. This lesson helps students develop essential self-awareness and coping strategies for stress and anxiety.

In this 30-minute Tier 1 lesson, 6th graders with social emotional and behavioral challenges will build foundational problem-solving skills through engaging activities that promote resilience, collaboration, and self-regulation. Students will learn a simple four-step problem-solving model, practice in pairs, and reflect on their strategies to boost confidence and real-life application.

An individualized journaling resource helping 9th grade students trace client narratives and weave coherent progress trails—boosts reflective skills in counseling & therapy documentation over a single 20-minute session.

This lesson is designed for middle school students in grades 6-8 and focuses on teaching effective motivating strategies. It's important because it equips students with tools to enhance their self-motivation, which is crucial for academic and personal success. The lesson will be conducted in one 30-minute session and includes various engaging components such as a lesson plan, worksheet, reading, discussion, activity, and a quiz.

A one-session, 30-minute teletherapy lesson designed for a third grade autistic student with limited vocabulary. Students will engage with a simple, visual social story to practice asking for help in real-life situations. This targeted, Tier 3 intervention uses interactive digital slides and picture-based activities to build communicative confidence.

A one-on-one counseling session for a 4th grader with ADHD and behavioral symptoms, focused on building self-awareness of emotions and strategies for maintaining focus. This 60-minute, Tier 3 intervention will help the student identify triggers, practice coping skills, and develop a personalized action plan.

This lesson aims to help young students understand and express their emotions through storytelling. The counselor will read a book about emotions, followed by a guided discussion and a drawing activity. This helps students in developing emotional intelligence and communication skills.

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.

In this single 30-minute Tier 3 session, a 4th grade student will learn to identify common cognitive distortions and reflect on their own thoughts to improve emotional regulation. This lesson helps the student recognize and challenge unhelpful thinking patterns, building self-awareness and coping skills.

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.

A 6-session, 15-minute individual series helping a 7th grade student develop coping skills for social anxiety and reduce school avoidance. Through targeted readings, activities, and reflections, this plan empowers her with strategies for confidence and resilience.

In this engaging lesson, students in 5th, 6th, and 7th grade will explore the art of problem solving through interactive activities and discussions. With a focus on developing critical thinking skills, this lesson will empower students to tackle challenges with confidence and creativity. The session will last 32 minutes and is designed for classroom-wide participation, making it a perfect fit for Tier 1 MTSS support.

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.

An individual counseling script guiding one-on-one sessions through setting wellness goals and tracking progress. This Tier 3 session helps counseling students develop personalized wellness plans, reflect on progress, and measure goal achievement over 50 minutes.

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.

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.

In this 25-minute Tier 2 small-group activity, new counselors will reinforce their understanding of core Cognitive Behavioral Therapy concepts through an interactive Bingo quiz. Participants identify real-life examples of CBT principles to mark off their cards, promoting recall, collaboration, and deeper learning.

In this two-session, Tier 3 intervention, students learn to answer higher-level inference questions by exploring texts with guided choices. This lesson is crucial for boosting critical thinking and building confidence when making inferences from reading. Audience: individual student; 2 sessions of 30 minutes each.

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 two-session, 20-minute individual counseling series, the 2nd-grade student will become a “detective” of their own body, learning to recognize at least two physical responses tied to dysregulated feelings (anxiety, frustration, anger). This builds emotional awareness and self-regulation skills crucial for classroom success.

This 6-session lesson is designed for an 11th grader to enhance executive function skills, focusing on improving working memory and reading comprehension. These skills are crucial for academic success and everyday problem-solving, empowering students to manage tasks more effectively and improve their learning outcomes. Each session is 45 minutes long and includes a variety of engaging activities and discussions to reinforce learning.

This 6-week program is designed for a 9th-grade male student who enjoys art and struggles with mental health. The objective is to improve executive functioning skills, identify emotions, regulate emotions, and learn coping skills. Each session lasts 10 minutes and includes a lesson plan, worksheet, activity, game, discussion, project, and a cool-down activity.

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.

A one-session, 30-minute individual lesson introducing 1st graders with autism to basic CBT skills by identifying feelings, finding calm thoughts, and practicing a simple ‘Catch the Worry’ strategy. This lesson helps students gain tools to manage anxious thoughts and build emotional awareness.

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.

A 3-session, 20-minute individual lesson guiding a 2nd grader to develop empathy, perspective-taking, and reduce self-centered thinking through interactive activities and a culminating project. This helps the student recognize others’ feelings and builds social skills crucial for classroom success.

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.

This lesson engages 9-year-olds in understanding behavior regulation and the importance of consequences through interactive activities. By using a combination of video, worksheet, and a game-based activity, students will learn to identify and manage their emotions effectively. This lesson is crucial for fostering self-awareness and emotional intelligence, helping students to navigate social interactions and personal challenges with greater ease.

This lesson is designed for special education middle school students in grades 5-7 to help them decrease test anxiety. In just one short session of 5-7 minutes, students will learn strategies to manage their anxiety, empowering them to approach tests with confidence. This lesson is crucial as it addresses the emotional and psychological barriers that can hinder academic performance, especially for students with IEPs, 504s, social-emotional impairments, and communication disorders.

In this Tier 2 small-group session, high school counselors will master efficient note-taking templates and shortcuts to save time without sacrificing documentation quality. Over a 40-minute session, participants will learn strategies, practice with drills, and apply gamified challenges to streamline their progress notes.

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 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 lesson is designed for special education students in grade 6 to help them decrease test anxiety. Through engaging activities and games, students will learn strategies to manage their stress and approach tests with confidence. This 20-minute session aims to empower students with tools to conquer their fears and perform better in test situations.

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.

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.