Lesson Plan
Hello, Counselor! Lesson Plan
Students will meet the school counselor, share about themselves, and learn one simple coping strategy to use when feeling upset.
Building trust and introducing coping tools sets a positive tone, supports self-regulation for students with diverse needs, and fosters a safe, inclusive classroom environment.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials & Space
10 minutes
Step 1
Warm Up: Name Necklace
5 mins
Step 2
Introduce the Counselor
7 mins
Step 3
Worksheet: All About Me
7 mins
Step 4
Game: Feelings Matching
5 mins
Step 5
Activity: Coping Strategy Brainstorm
3 mins
Step 6
Cool Down: Deep Breathing
3 mins

Slide Deck
Hello! I'm Your School Counselor
A Little About Me
What Does a School Counselor Do?
How I Can Help You
Coping Strategies
Let’s Practice Deep Breathing
Questions?

Warm Up


Worksheet


Game


Activity


Cool Down

