Lesson Plan
Counseling Unlocked Lesson Plan
Introduce students to counseling by defining its purpose and roles, practicing active listening, and engaging in a mock counseling scenario to build empathy and communication skills.
This lesson normalizes seeking support, teaches social-emotional vocabulary, and equips students with active listening and communication strategies essential for their well-being and peer relationships.
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Prep
Review Lesson Materials
10 minutes
Step 1
Introduction to Counseling
5 minutes
Step 2
Exploring Key Terms
7 minutes
Step 3
Active Listening Activity
8 minutes
Step 4
Mock Counseling Role-Play
8 minutes
Step 5
Reflect and Close
2 minutes

Slide Deck
Counseling Unlocked
What Is Counseling?
Key Terms
Active Listening
Active Listening Activity
Mock Counseling Role-Play
Reflect & Close
Thank You!

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