Lesson Plan
Counseling Intro Session Plan
Introduce 5th graders to school counseling through movement, games, brainstorms, and partner work so they feel engaged, understand confidentiality, and know how to seek support.
Active, hands-on activities boost engagement, build trust, and help students internalize counseling concepts, making them more comfortable reaching out when they need help.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Session Materials
15 minutes
Step 1
Movement Icebreaker
5 minutes
Step 2
Intro & Group Brainstorm
7 minutes
Step 3
Scenario-Based Small-Group Game
7 minutes
Step 4
Confidentiality Role-Play Pairs
6 minutes
Step 5
Reflection & Closure
5 minutes

Slide Deck
Counseling Crew: Your Safe Zone
What Is School Counseling?
My Role as Your Counselor
Confidentiality: Your Privacy Matters
When Confidentiality Changes
Ways We Can Work Together
Next Steps & Questions

Activity


Worksheet


Reading

