Lesson Plan
Active Listening Clinic
Equip mid-level counselors with advanced active listening and reflective techniques through hands-on practice, peer role-plays, and guided self-reflection.
Deepening counselor–student rapport hinges on nuanced listening skills. This clinic strengthens reflective responses, emotional mirroring, and personal insight to boost counseling effectiveness.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Gather and Review Materials
10 minutes
Step 1
Introduction & Objectives
5 minutes
Step 2
Reflective Response Demonstration
10 minutes
Step 3
Paired Mirroring Role-Play
10 minutes
Step 4
Group Discussion on Emotional Disclosures
10 minutes
Step 5
Individual Self-Reflection
5 minutes
Step 6
Debrief & Action Planning
5 minutes
Slide Deck
Beyond “Uh-huh”: Reflective Responses
Technique 1: Paraphrasing Content
Technique 2: Naming Emotions
Technique 3: Checking for Understanding
Paired Practice Activity
Key Takeaways
Activity
Discussion
Journal
