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Complicated Grief Intervention

Complicated Grief Intervention

Discover a curated collection of free resources focused on Complicated Grief Intervention, designed specifically for educators, students, and parents. Gain practical strategies, real-world examples, and interactive activities to confidently support individuals experiencing complex loss. Equip yourself with actionable skills to recognize, address, and compassionately respond to the challenges of complicated grief in educational and home settings.

Suggested Resources

Have You Felt the Void?

Tier 1

9th Grade Class

60 mins

A whole-class session introducing the stages of grief through interactive storytelling and reflection, helping students recognize and normalize their feelings.

Safe Space Circle

Tier 2

11th Grade Group

45 mins

A small-group module providing a guided peer-support discussion framework to share personal experiences of loss and build empathy.

The Grief Compass

Tier 3

High School Individual

75 mins

An individualized intervention plan helping clients map their personal grief journey, identify complicating factors, and set recovery goals.

Are Memories a Blessing or a Burden?

Tier 1

8th Grade Class

50 mins

A classroom workshop exploring the dual nature of memories in grief, allowing students to craft commemorative artifacts.

Comfort in Words

Tier 2

10th Grade Group

40 mins

A small-group journaling and peer-sharing intervention to facilitate expression of complicated grief through creative writing.

Echoes Unheard

Tier 3

High School Individual

60 mins

A one-on-one counseling script guiding clinicians through advanced complicated grief dialogues and targeted cognitive interventions.

Can You Carry On?

Tier 1

7th Grade Class

55 mins

A resilience-building lesson helping entire classes develop coping strategies for loss through group brainstorming and scenario role-plays.

Finding Light

Tier 2

12th Grade Group

50 mins

A guided group activity focusing on identifying positive memories and creating a shared memorial project to honor loved ones.

Journey Beyond Sorrow

Tier 3

High School Individual

90 mins

An individualized project guide to help a student craft a therapeutic memoir integrating complex feelings and fostering closure.

What Holds You Back?

Tier 1

6th Grade Class

30 mins

An exploratory warm-up leading into a classwide discussion on emotional blocks in grief and strategies to overcome them.

Safe Harbor

Tier 2

9th Grade Group

45 mins

A structured small-group skill-building series teaching grounding and mindfulness techniques to manage overwhelming grief responses.

Silent Resonance

Tier 3

High School Individual

35 mins

A focused individual quiz and feedback session assessing grief coping strengths and identifying areas for targeted intervention.

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Finding Light After Loss

A 30-minute individual support session guiding 8th graders through understanding and coping with grief. This session helps students recognize grief emotions, learn healthy coping strategies, and create personal action plans for emotional support. Appropriate for Tier 3 one-on-one counseling.

Tier 3
5/23

Alyssha Walker

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TX Behavior Interventionist

Echoes of the Heart

A one-on-one Tier 3 grief counseling session designed for a 9th-grade student, empowering them to identify and process emotions, externalize grief, and develop personalized coping strategies. This 30-minute session equips the counselor with a structured plan and materials to guide the student toward self-compassion and resilience.

Tier 3
7/15

C Canaan

B

AL Counselor

Grief and Loss Support Group

This is a six-session plan designed for 8th graders who have experienced the death of a loved one or other significant loss. The sessions aim to provide a supportive space for students to express their emotions, process grief, and find support among peers. Each session will last 45 minutes.

Tier 2
2/25
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Britton Smith

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TX Counselor

Path to Healing

A one-on-one grief planning session for 9th graders returning to school after a close loss. This individual Tier 3 support template guides educators/counselors through a 30-minute session to help students identify needs, set self-care strategies, and establish a support network.

Tier 3
Monday
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rconsidine

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MA Counselor

Navigating the Loss

In this 30-minute Tier 2 group session, 8th graders explore healthy ways to cope with grief through discussion, reflective activities, and peer support. Understanding grief helps students process emotions, build resilience, and support each other.

Tier 2
5/23

Alyssha Walker

q

TX Behavior Interventionist

Echoes of Memory

An individualized counseling plan helping a 9th grade student process personal loss through art and reflection journals; this Tier 3 plan uses creative expression to support healing over a 50-minute session, fostering emotional growth and resilience.

Tier 3
7/30
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Katherine Nicolau

E

CA Counselor

Why Do We Grieve?

A targeted quiz-based workshop in small groups exploring the science of grief, building emotional literacy, and guiding 11th graders toward meaningful support strategies. This Tier 2 lesson helps identify student understanding and next steps in grief counseling through interactive assessment and discussion in a 30-minute session.

Tier 2
5/13

Camryn

I

FL General Education Teacher

Healing Hearts: Navigating Grief Together

This session is designed to help students work through personal grief in a supportive group environment, focusing on healing and emotional recovery. It’s important for providing a safe space for students to express their feelings and learn from each other. This lesson is aimed at 9th-grade students and will be conducted in a single 60-minute session, classified as Tier 2: Group support.

Tier 2
2/27
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Brittney Bullard

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NC Social Worker

Navigating Grief and Loss

This lesson helps students understand and navigate the complex emotions associated with grief and loss. Through a combination of video, reading, discussion, and a worksheet, students will explore healthy coping mechanisms and the importance of expressing emotions. This lesson is crucial for fostering emotional resilience and empathy among students, providing them with tools to manage personal and peer experiences of loss.

Tier 1
2/25
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Courtney Fischer

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NY Social Worker

Finding Light After Loss

In this single 30-minute Tier 2 group session, 7th graders will explore healthy ways to understand and cope with grief. This lesson builds emotional resilience, fosters peer support, and equips students with practical strategies for processing loss in a safe, guided environment.

Tier 2
5/23

Alyssha Walker

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TX Behavior Interventionist

Understanding Grief: A Gentle Journey

This lesson is designed to help a 5th-grade student understand and process grief, particularly in the context of their teacher experiencing a death in her family. It will provide a safe space for the student to explore emotions and learn coping strategies. This individual session will last 30 minutes and aims to offer emotional support and understanding.

Tier 3
4/28
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Michael Aboulafia

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MA Psychologist

Understanding Grief and Coping Strategies

This lesson introduces 6th and 7th graders to the concept of grief and loss, focusing on understanding emotions and learning healthy coping strategies. Through age-appropriate discussions and activities, students will gain tools to express their feelings and seek support, fostering emotional resilience and mental health awareness.

Tier 1
2/25

Jeanette Flores Tyler

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NC Social Worker, Behavior Interventionist, Counselor

Journey Through Grief

In this four-session Tier 2 small-group series, elementary students will explore what grief is, share feelings, learn healthy coping strategies, and build hope for the future. This program fosters emotional literacy, peer support, and resilience in 30-minute sessions.

Tier 3
8/20
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Ryan Diaz

E

CA Counselor

Coping with Grief: Understanding and Healing

This lesson aims to help 3rd graders understand grief and learn healthy coping mechanisms. It includes a video, discussions, and activities to support emotional well-being. By understanding grief and learning ways to cope, students can better navigate their emotions and support others going through similar experiences.

Tier 1
Sunday

Gabriela Gonzalez

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TX Counselor

Understanding and Processing Grief

This lesson aims to assist middle school students in understanding and processing grief, specifically the grief related to the loss of a guardian. Using trauma-informed teaching strategies and experiential learning, students will learn how to recognize and handle their emotions in a supportive environment. Through discussion, an activity, and a video, students will be encouraged to acknowledge their feelings and learn coping mechanisms. This lesson is essential as it provides a safe space for students to explore a difficult and often isolating experience, fostering emotional resilience and community support.

Tier 1
2/25
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Sierra Phelps

V

MI Counselor

Healing Hearts: Understanding Grief and Loss

This 3-session lesson for 1st graders focuses on helping students understand and cope with grief and loss. Through engaging activities, games, and discussions, students will learn to express their feelings and develop empathy. Each session lasts 30 minutes and is designed to provide individual support, making it suitable for Tier 3 interventions.

Tier 3
3/13

Delilah Murray

h

NY Counselor

Healing Through Grief

In this one-session, 30-minute lesson, 7th-grade students will explore healthy ways to understand and cope with grief. They’ll learn emotional vocabulary, share experiences in a safe space, and develop personal coping strategies. This Tier 1 lesson fosters social-emotional wellness and equips all students with tools for real-life challenges.

Tier 1
5/23

Alyssha Walker

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TX Behavior Interventionist

Navigating the Waves of Grief: Understanding the Grief Cycle

This lesson is designed for a small group setting to help students understand the grief cycle. In a 45-minute session, students will explore the stages of grief, discuss their feelings, and engage in an activity to personalize their understanding. This lesson is important as it equips students with emotional awareness and coping strategies, fostering resilience and empathy.

Tier 2
3/24
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Jennifer Marries

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AZ Counselor

Navigating Grief and Loss

This lesson aims to help adults understand and process grief and loss through restorative practices and trauma-informed teaching. Participants will engage in active and collaborative learning to explore their emotions and develop coping strategies. This lesson is important as it provides a supportive environment for individuals to express their feelings and learn from shared experiences, fostering emotional resilience and healing.

Tier 1
2/25

Jeanette Flores Tyler

a

NC Social Worker, Behavior Interventionist, Counselor

Grief Quest Journal

A self-guided journal for an 11th grader to navigate grief & loss through structured prompts and coping challenges in individual 30-minute sessions. This Tier 3 resource empowers students to reflect and heal at their own pace.

Tier 3
5/13

Anna Dinardo

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OH Counselor

Grief Garden

In this lesson, 3rd graders will explore the concept of grief, learn healthy ways to express and cope with loss, and support each other empathetically. Building emotional awareness helps students understand their feelings and foster a caring classroom community. Session: 1 (30 minutes)

Tier 1
5/23

Alyssha Walker

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TX Behavior Interventionist

Understanding Grief: The Science Behind It

In this lesson, students will delve into the science of grief, exploring both its physiological and psychological impacts. They will learn how grief affects the brain and body, and discuss various coping strategies. This lesson is crucial for helping students understand the natural process of grief and equipping them with tools to manage it effectively.

Tier 1
2/25
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Yolanda Greene

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NC Instructor

Grief Counseling Simulation

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.

Tier 1
2/25
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Stephanie Cordero

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TX Counselor

Riding the Waves of Grief

In this six-session course, high school students will explore the emotional journey of grief, learn healthy coping strategies, and build supportive connections. Through discussions, activities, and reflective exercises, they’ll develop resilience and feel empowered to navigate loss in their lives.

Tier 1
8/5
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Tamera Jenkins

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TX Counselor

Understanding Grief: A Journey of Healing

This lesson introduces 6th-grade students to the concept of grief, helping them understand the stages and how to cope with the loss of a loved one. Through discussions and activities, students will learn to express their emotions and identify supportive resources. This lesson is important as it equips students with emotional tools to handle loss, fostering resilience and empathy.

Tier 1
2/25
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Shaniquia Bethany

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TX Counselor

Understanding and Coping with Grief

This lesson introduces 5th-grade students to the concept of grief and provides them with strategies to cope with it. Using a combination of restorative practices, trauma-informed teaching, and game-based learning, students will engage in a discussion, watch a video, and complete a reflective activity. This lesson is important as it equips students with the emotional tools to handle loss and trauma, fostering resilience and emotional intelligence.

Tier 1
2/25
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Marshetta Wheeler

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TX Counselor

Feeling Stuck?

This 50-minute one-on-one counseling session helps a 10th grade student explore feelings of being stuck, identify personal barriers to motivation, and craft actionable strategies for forward momentum. It’s designed as an intensive Tier 3 intervention to empower individual growth and goal achievement.

Tier 3
5/12

Maria

V

MI Social Worker

Healing Hearts Circle

In this one-session Tier 2 support group, 8th graders who have lost a loved one to suicide will come together to share experiences, learn coping strategies, and build peer support. This 45-minute session creates a safe, trauma-informed space for emotional healing and resilience-building.

Tier 2
6/12
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Brie Hokama

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UT Counselor, Paraprofessional

Navigating Grief and Loss

This lesson introduces 9th-grade students to the stages of grief and explores how individuals cope with loss differently. Through interactive activities, students will learn to identify and express their emotions healthily. Understanding grief is crucial for developing empathy and emotional intelligence, which are essential skills for personal growth and social interactions.

Tier 1
2/25
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Yolanda Greene

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NC Instructor

Breaking the Cycle

A one-session, 30-minute individual intervention for adults focused on supporting a stepson struggling with depression and gambling. This targeted session guides caregivers through understanding, communicating, and applying evidence-based behavioral strategies to foster hope, establish boundaries, and promote healthy coping. It equips participants with practical tools to intervene effectively and compassionately.

Tier 3
6/4
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Mary Vrazel

h

NY Parent

Focus & Feelings

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.

Tier 3
6/9
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Sophie Clark

S

MA Social Worker

Guiding Heartbreak Healing

In this 30-minute Tier 3 session, mental health practitioners will learn strategies to support an adult client with schizophrenia and anxiety coping with a difficult breakup and co-parenting challenges. This targeted lesson provides trauma-sensitive communication techniques, evidence-based coping tools, and a structured plan to foster resilience and emotional stability.

Tier 3
6/3
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Claudia Olivares

E

CA Counselor

Coping with Grief and Loss

In this lesson, high school students will explore the stages of grief and learn strategies for coping with loss. The lesson will begin with an introduction to the topic, followed by a video on the five stages of grief. Students will then engage in a guided discussion to share their experiences and thoughts. Finally, they will learn and discuss various coping strategies to manage their emotions and support their mental well-being. This lesson is crucial as it provides students with the tools and support needed to navigate one of life's most challenging experiences.

Tier 1
2/25

Colleen O'Donoghue

V

MI Counselor

Navigating the Waves of Grief

This lesson is designed to help 11th-grade students process and understand grief over five 30-minute sessions. It focuses on providing individual support to students experiencing grief, offering them tools and strategies to navigate their emotions. This lesson is crucial as it empowers students with coping mechanisms and emotional resilience, fostering a supportive environment for personal growth.

Tier 3
4/9
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Adam Sipes

E

CA Counselor

Navigating Grief and Loss

This lesson introduces 9th grade students to the concept of grief and loss, focusing on understanding the stages of grief and how individuals cope differently. Through discussions and activities, students will learn to identify and express their emotions in a healthy manner. This lesson is crucial for developing emotional intelligence and empathy, helping students navigate personal and social challenges related to loss.

Tier 1
2/25
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Yolanda Greene

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NC Instructor

Finding Light in Darkness: Coping with the Loss of a Peer

This lesson is designed for 11th-grade students to provide emotional support and coping strategies specifically for dealing with the death of a peer. It focuses on helping students process their grief, share their feelings, and build resilience through open discussion in a supportive environment. The session is tailored for a small group and lasts 30 minutes.

Tier 2
3/11
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Crystal Jackson

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NY Social Worker

What Is Grief, Really?

In this 30-minute lesson, 7th graders will explore the concept of grief, its emotional impact, and healthy ways to cope and support peers. Understanding grief builds empathy and equips students with tools to navigate loss in their own lives.

Tier 1
6/4
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Molly Naxera

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MO Counselor

Counseling Corner

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.

Tier 3
5/13
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Abby Downing

S

MA Counselor

Journey Through Loss

In this individual 30-minute session, a 6th grader will explore the emotions of grief and loss through guiding discussions and reflective activities. This lesson provides a safe space to identify feelings, learn coping strategies, and begin building resilience—critical skills to support emotional well-being.

Tier 3
Tuesday

RACHEL ZARAGOZA

E

CA Counselor

Healing After Loss

In this sensitive, one-session lesson, a teacher or counselor will support a 4th grader who experienced the death of their dog this morning. Through targeted activities and guided reflection, the learner will express emotions, understand the grieving process, and begin to develop healthy coping strategies. Duration: 15 minutes.

Tier 3
Yesterday

Shannon Bohlken

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TX Counselor

Counseling Kickoff

A 20-minute Tier 3 counseling refresher session for individual 6-8th graders who’ve used counseling before. This session briefly reviews confidentiality, checks in on coping skill practice, and gathers updated insights to recommit to growth and well-being.

Tier 3
8/22

Yvonne Brown

E

CA Psychologist

Stay and Learn

An individual Tier 3 counseling session for a 3rd-grade student who frequently elopes from the classroom. In this 30-minute session, the counselor builds trust, identifies triggers, and teaches safe staying strategies to help the student feel secure and connected. This targeted intervention will reduce elopement behaviors and promote classroom engagement.

Tier 3
8/22

Stephanie Glenn

S

MA District Administrator, Social Worker

Understanding Grief Through Stories

This lesson introduces students to the concept of grief through a short story. It aims to help students recognize and understand the emotions associated with grief, fostering empathy and emotional awareness. This lesson is important as it provides a safe space for students to explore and express their feelings, which is crucial for their emotional development.

Tier 1
2/25
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Shaniquia Bethany

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TX Counselor

Healing After Divorce

This 5-session Tier 3 series helps individual 6th grade students develop coping skills for navigating life with divorced parents. Each 20-minute session builds emotional awareness, resilience, and practical strategies in a supportive one-on-one setting.

Tier 3
Yesterday

lthomas

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TX Counselor

Hope After Loss

In this 30-minute Tier 3 individual support session, the teacher guides a 3rd grader through understanding and expressing their grief. Through empathetic conversation, creative expression, and coping strategies, students learn that it’s okay to feel sad and discover ways to remember and honor loved ones. This lesson helps students develop emotional awareness and resilience.

Tier 3
5/23

Alyssha Walker

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TX Behavior Interventionist

Healing Hearts: Navigating Grief and Emotions

This 6-session individual lesson plan is designed for 2nd graders to help them process grief and work on emotional regulation and impulse control. Through engaging activities, worksheets, and games, students will learn to understand and manage their emotions in a supportive environment. This lesson is crucial for building emotional resilience and coping skills at a young age.

Tier 3
3/7

Suani Lopez

E

CA Social Worker

Growing Through Grief

In this 30-minute individual support lesson, a 2nd grader will explore feelings of grief, learn healthy coping strategies, and create a personal comfort toolkit. This lesson helps young students understand and express their emotions in a safe, supportive one-on-one setting.

Tier 3
5/23

Alyssha Walker

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TX Behavior Interventionist

Anchoring the Inner Self

In this Tier 3, single-session 60-minute lesson, teachers will guide an 11th-grade student through understanding and managing dissociation resulting from trauma. This trauma-informed session builds self-awareness, grounding skills, and coping strategies to empower the student to feel present and safe.

Tier 3
5/16
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Ashley

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IN Social Worker

Coping with Grief: Healthy Strategies

This lesson introduces 10th-grade students to healthy coping mechanisms for dealing with grief, such as journaling, art, and talking to a trusted adult. By engaging in these activities, students will learn to express their emotions constructively and find support within their classroom community. This lesson is important as it equips students with essential life skills to manage emotional challenges and fosters a supportive environment.

Tier 1
2/25
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Yolanda Greene

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NC Instructor

Understanding Grief: A Journey

This lesson aims to help 7th graders understand and process grief through discussion, video, and collaborative activities. By exploring the grieving process, students will learn that grief is a natural and personal journey. This lesson is important as it provides students with tools to express their emotions and seek support, fostering emotional resilience and empathy.

Tier 1
2/25

Jeanette Flores Tyler

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NC Social Worker, Behavior Interventionist, Counselor

Understanding Grief: A Journey

This lesson aims to help 7th graders understand and process grief through discussion, video, and collaborative activities. By exploring the grieving process, students will learn that grief is a natural and personal journey. This lesson is important as it provides students with tools to express their emotions and seek support, fostering emotional resilience and empathy.

Tier 1
2/25

Charles Douglas

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NC Behavior Interventionist

Finding Hope After Loss

In this 30-minute individual support session for 7th graders, students will explore healthy ways to understand and cope with grief. This lesson helps students recognize their feelings, learn coping strategies, and develop a personalized action plan to navigate loss.

Tier 3
5/23

Alyssha Walker

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TX Behavior Interventionist

Finding My Balance

An 8-session individual counseling series for a 6th grade boy navigating his parents’ divorce and split household. These 30-minute sessions build trust, teach emotional regulation, coping strategies, and resilience, empowering the student to express feelings and develop healthy support systems.

Tier 3
Thursday
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Katarina Cook

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CA Counselor

Navigating Family Changes

This individual support session helps a 6th grade student understand and cope with the emotional impact of parental divorce, build healthy coping strategies, and foster resilience. In a single 30-minute tier 3 session, the student will explore feelings, identify support systems, and practice self-care techniques.

Tier 3
Yesterday

lthomas

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TX Counselor

When Hearts Hurt

A 15-minute individual grief support session designed to help a 5th grader understand and express feelings of loss. This Tier 3 intervention builds coping strategies through discussion, journaling, and an engaging activity, fostering emotional resilience and connection.

Tier 3
8/19

Oracio Garza

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AZ Counselor, Social Worker

Inner Compass

A Tier 2 small-group lesson guiding adults through grief navigation and boundary setting using a structured emotional compass framework. Audience: Adult Small Group, Sessions: 1, Duration: 45 minutes.

Tier 2
Wednesday
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Margy Shah

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NC Social Worker

Steady Ground

A 10-session program for parents navigating their children’s divorce process using mindfulness, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and art therapy activities. This group-based curriculum empowers caregivers with emotional tools, coping strategies, and supportive exercises to foster resilience in themselves and their children.

Tier 2
6/10
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Mikaela Secore

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NY Counselor

Emotion Expedition

An adventure-themed counseling session enabling 12th grade students to track emotional peaks and valleys and plan coping strategies. In this Tier 3 individual counseling session (60 minutes), the student embarks on a guided exploration of their emotional landscape to build self-awareness and resilience.

Tier 3
7/15

C Canaan

B

AL Counselor

Coping With Missing Moments

In this 60-minute Tier 1 session, 5th grade students will learn emotional awareness and coping strategies related to feelings of loss and absence. This lesson is important because it helps children navigate complex emotions like sadness and worry, fostering resilience and empathy. Audience: 5th grade whole class; Sessions: 1; Duration: 60 minutes.

Tier 1
6/18
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Cynthia Cook

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TX Counselor

Understanding Grief: A Gentle Exploration

This lesson aims to help a 4th-grade girl understand and process the grief associated with the loss of her father. Through a carefully selected video and guided discussion, the lesson provides a safe space for the student to explore her feelings and learn healthy coping mechanisms. This lesson is crucial as it offers emotional support and encourages the student to express her feelings, fostering resilience and emotional well-being.

Tier 3
2/25
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BOB ALLAIN

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NC Counselor

Pathway to Progress

A 60-minute individual counseling session designed for adult clients to identify personal goals, explore obstacles, and develop an actionable plan. This Tier 3 intervention supports deep personal insights and empowers clients to take the next steps toward growth.

Tier 3
6/16
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Kally Barnes

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FL Counselor, Social Worker

Riding Grief's Waves

In this 30-minute Tier 1 lesson, 6th graders will explore what grief is, learn healthy strategies for coping with loss, and practice empathy in supporting themselves and others. This foundational social-emotional learning lesson helps students recognize feelings, build resilience, and foster a compassionate classroom community.

Tier 1
5/23

Alyssha Walker

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TX Behavior Interventionist

Healing Hearts: Coping with Loss

This lesson helps students understand and cope with the emotional loss of having an incarcerated parent. Through experiential learning, students will explore their feelings, learn coping strategies, and engage in collaborative activities to support each other. This lesson is crucial for fostering emotional resilience and providing a supportive environment for students facing such challenges.

Tier 1
2/25
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Courtney Fischer

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NY Social Worker

Grief: Our Shared Journey

In this single 30-minute lesson, 7th grade students will explore the concept of grief, learn why we all experience it, and practice healthy ways to express and cope with loss. This important lesson builds emotional literacy, empathy, and resilience by giving students tools to navigate their own feelings and support peers.

Tier 1
5/12
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maribel gonzalez

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CA Psychologist

Finding Your Anchor

A three-session individual counseling plan for a 9th grader experiencing severe anxiety and feelings of isolation. This Tier 3 support uses evidence-based coping strategies, reflective activities, and trust-building exercises to empower the student, improve self-esteem, and develop resilience in daily school life.

Tier 3
8/13
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Angie R

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PA Parent

Calm & Carry On

An individual 15-minute SEL counseling session for a 7th grader to identify stress triggers and practice quick, evidence-based coping strategies like breathing and grounding. This targeted Tier 3 intervention helps students develop self-regulation tools they can use anytime to feel more in control and resilient.

Tier 3
5/16
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Tia McMahon

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NY Counselor

Trauma-Informed Toolbox

This 50-minute, group-focused lesson equips counselors and interventionists with concrete strategies to recognize trauma signs and apply de-escalation scripts in real time. By the end, participants will have a ready-to-use trauma-informed toolkit for supporting students. Audience: Adult professionals. MTSS Tier: 2. Includes embedded practice and collaborative planning.

Tier 2
7/22
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Brianne

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CT Parent

Crisis Code

In this 20-minute individual intervention, the educator uses a clear, consistent crisis response script to guide a 9th-grade student through self-regulation steps during an emotional crisis. This Tier 3 support ensures clarity, safety, and empowers the student with coping tools for future challenges.

Tier 3
6/16
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Rae Britton

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VA Counselor, School Administrator

Healing After Trauma

In this 30-minute Tier 3 individual lesson, students will explore PTSD symptoms and coping strategies to build personal resilience. Understanding trauma responses and practicing grounding techniques is crucial for supporting emotional health and self-awareness.

Tier 3
7/12

julie.benson

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MA Counselor

Feeling Clouds

In this 30-minute Pre-K group session, students will learn about feelings of sadness and grief, and explore simple coping strategies through stories, play, and art. Understanding grief early helps children recognize emotions and find comfort, building emotional resilience.

Tier 2
5/23

Alyssha Walker

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TX Behavior Interventionist

Coping with Grief

This lesson helps students understand and cope with the emotions they may experience when dealing with a sick family member, particularly focusing on grief. It includes a video and a worksheet to provide students with practical coping strategies. This lesson is important as it equips students with emotional tools to handle difficult situations, promoting emotional resilience and well-being.

Tier 1
2/25

Tiffany Thornton (Gargano)

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MA Counselor

Growing Through Change

An 8-session individual counseling program for a 1st grader navigating a difficult divorce and split household. Each 15-minute session builds social-emotional skills, resilience, and coping strategies through engaging activities and reflection. This Tier 3 support roadmap will help the student feel understood and develop healthy emotional regulation and communication.

Tier 3
Thursday
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Katarina Cook

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CA Counselor

Healing Hearts

In this individual support session for a kindergarten student, we explore understanding and expressing grief through storytelling, art, and comforting activities. This 30-minute Tier 3 lesson helps the child identify feelings, practice coping strategies, and feel supported in processing loss.

Tier 3
5/23

Alyssha Walker

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TX Behavior Interventionist

Reflections of Confidence

A one-on-one, 15-minute counseling session for an 8th-grade male student focused on body image and anxiety. This session will use reflective activities to build self-awareness, challenge negative self-talk, and develop coping strategies. Tier 3 support tailored to individual emotional needs.

Tier 3
7/29
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Nicole Howell

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AL Counselor

Finding Light After Loss

In this 85-minute Tier 1 lesson, students aged 9-12 will explore healthy ways to understand and cope with grief—whether their own or a friend’s. By building empathy, sharing experiences, and practicing supportive communication, students will gain strategies to navigate difficult emotions and strengthen classroom community.

Tier 1
Monday
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rconsidine

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MA Counselor

Journey to Wellness

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.

Tier 3
8/22
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Kimest Sanders

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TX Instructor

Journey to Wellness

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.

Tier 3
5/12
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Kathleen Lantiegne

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MA Social Worker

Understanding Grief Through Games

This lesson introduces students to the concept of grief, helping them understand and express their feelings through a supportive and engaging environment. Using a combination of trauma-informed teaching and game-based learning, students will explore their emotions and learn coping strategies. This lesson is important as it provides a safe space for students to discuss and process grief, promoting emotional well-being and encouraging them to seek help if needed.

Tier 1
2/25
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Hazel Boatwright

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NC Social Worker

Coping Card Quest

A 3-session individualized program for a fifth grader with extreme ADHD and Autism to learn emotional regulation and coping strategies through engaging card-based games and structured counseling support. Each 30-minute session uses play-based activities, visual supports, and clear prompts to build safe practice opportunities for identifying emotions, problem-solving, and positive action. Tier 3 intensive intervention.

Tier 3
Wednesday

Hanna Figgins

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CA Psychologist, Behavior Interventionist, Counselor

Healing Hearts

In this 30-minute individual session, a 4th grader learns to understand and express feelings of grief, explore healthy coping strategies, and create a personalized grief-support plan. This lesson empowers students to navigate loss with emotional resilience and self-awareness.

Tier 3
5/23

Alyssha Walker

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TX Behavior Interventionist

AleCar-RRCA

This 6-week Tier 1 emotional support series helps 6th graders cope with transitions, build resilience, and feel connected, especially when facing family separation. Each 30-minute session guides students through self-reflection, group activities, and coping strategies to adjust to a new environment and missing loved ones.

Tier 1
Wednesday
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Erin Herrera

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NM Social Worker

Building Resilience: Coping with Loss

In this lesson, students will explore strategies to cope with loss and build emotional resilience. Through interactive activities and role-playing, they will practice empathy and learn how to support themselves and others during difficult times. This lesson is important as it equips students with essential life skills to manage emotions and challenges effectively.

Tier 1
2/25
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Zerica Bills

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TX Counselor

Stories of Strength

In this individual Tier 3 resource, an 11th grade student will engage with real-life narratives of loss and recovery to deepen understanding of grief counseling, build reflective writing skills, and set personal resilience goals. Over a single 30-minute session, the student will read curated stories, journal insights, and develop a plan to foster emotional strength and healing.

Tier 3
Thursday
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cara_paxman

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CA Counselor

What’s on Your Mind?

A guided individual counseling session using open-ended questions and reflective exercises to help a student articulate and manage emotions. This Tier 3 session is designed for an 8th grade student and takes 30 minutes, focusing on individual counseling techniques to foster self-awareness and emotional regulation.

Tier 3
5/21
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jsperry

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MA Counselor

Weathering Loss Together

In this 30-minute group session, 5th graders will explore healthy ways to understand and cope with grief. Through discussion, creative activity, and reflection, students will gain strategies to support themselves and peers dealing with loss.

Tier 2
5/23

Alyssha Walker

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TX Behavior Interventionist

Understanding and Coping with Parent Addiction

This lesson is designed to provide middle school students with a safe space to discuss and understand the impact of parent addiction. Through trauma-informed teaching and active learning strategies, students will engage in a discussion, activity, and reading to explore their feelings and learn coping strategies. This lesson is crucial in helping students process their emotions, build resilience, and develop a supportive community among peers.

Tier 1
2/25

Lisa Krempa

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NY School Administrator

Bridging the Gap

In this 15-minute, one-on-one session for a 7th grader experiencing depression and communication conflict with her mom, the counselor will explore feelings, set small goals, and practice self-compassion skills. This Tier 3 support fosters emotional safety and empowers the student to define next steps for dialogue when ready.

Tier 3
5/17
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Claudia Olivares

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CA Counselor

When Anxiety Strikes

In this 30-minute individual support session, an 8th-grade student will learn to identify how severe anxiety can show up as physical symptoms, understand the mind-body connection, and practice two coping strategies. This targeted Tier 3 intervention helps students gain self-awareness and tools to manage anxiety’s physical impact.

Tier 3
5/22

Lisa Cooper

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CA Social Worker

Threshold Shift

A one-on-one individual counseling session for an 11th grader, using the Threshold Technique to help the student identify and embrace moments of personal growth and change. This 50-minute intervention empowers the student to visualize transitions, track milestones, and commit to new behaviors that support their evolving self.

Tier 3
7/15

C Canaan

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AL Counselor

Heart Healers

In this 30-minute, small-group lesson, 4th graders learn healthy ways to cope with grief by sharing feelings, practicing supportive listening, and creating personal memory tokens. This Tier 2 session helps students process loss, build empathy, and develop emotional resilience.

Tier 2
5/23

Alyssha Walker

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TX Behavior Interventionist

Speak Up, Stay Calm

A 4-session Tier 3 counseling series for a 5th grader who struggles to advocate for help and becomes emotionally overwhelmed when work feels confusing. These 30-minute sessions will build self-advocacy skills, introduce coping strategies to manage frustration, and replace tears with confidence. Each session includes engaging activities, guided practice, and take-home tools.

Tier 3
Wednesday
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Virginia Lenac

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CA Counselor

Emotion Excavation

A 35-minute, one-on-one counseling session guiding an 11th grade student through layered self-reflection exercises to uncover deeper emotions using targeted prompts and activities. This Tier 3 lesson provides structured materials (framework, journal, script, activity) to help the student build emotional awareness and coping strategies.

Tier 3
5/8
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Jennifer Nunez

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CA Counselor

Healing Hearts

This lesson aims to provide middle school students with a safe space to explore and express their feelings related to grief due to caregiver addiction. Through guided discussions and reflective activities, students will learn to identify their emotions and develop coping strategies. This lesson is important as it helps students process complex emotions and fosters resilience and emotional well-being.

Tier 2
2/25

Lisa Krempa

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NY School Administrator

Healing Hearts

This lesson plan is designed to help a kindergartner cope with the loss of a parent through engaging and supportive activities. It includes a game-based activity, a simple worksheet, and a reading component that the mother can easily facilitate at home. The lesson aims to provide comfort and understanding, helping the child express emotions and begin the healing process.

Tier 3
2/25

Stacie Browne-Gallagher

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NY Counselor, Psychologist, General Education Teacher, Special Education Teacher, Social Worker, Behavior Interventionist, School Administrator

Trust Rebuild Journey

A one-hour individual coaching session designed for a mother recovering from past infidelity, focusing on strategies to rebuild self-trust, restore family relationships, and regain confidence in her role. This Tier 3 session offers personalized support to address emotional wounds and practical steps toward healing.

Tier 3
Thursday
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Ed Boongaling

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US Instructor

Detective Within

In this 10-session, 1-hour-per-session individual Tier 3 curriculum, we’ll guide a 7-year-old with Reactive Attachment Disorder to explore his internal “parts,” understand truth versus lies, and build self-awareness and trust. Each session mixes detective-themed games, parts work activities, discussions, worksheets, and slide decks to create a safe, engaging environment that fosters honesty and self-discovery.

Tier 3
5/22
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Rhyannon Shuck

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IN Counselor, Social Worker

Circle of Calm

A 60-minute individual counseling session for a 6th grader focused on self-regulation through guided relaxation and visualization. In this Tier 3 intervention, the student will learn to use a personalized Calm Circle diagram to calm their mind and body, promoting emotional awareness and coping skills.

Tier 3
5/14

Alyssa

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OH Counselor, Social Worker

Comfort Zone

An individualized coaching session helping a 10th-grade student identify emotional triggers and develop safe coping strategies using trauma-sensitive methods in a 40-minute Tier 3 session.

Tier 3
7/15
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Brianne

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CT Parent

When Sadness Visits

In this 30-minute Tier 2 lesson, small groups of 3rd graders will learn healthy ways to cope with grief and sadness. Students will explore feelings, express memories, and practice strategies for comfort. This lesson builds social-emotional skills, empathy, and resilience.

Tier 2
5/23

Alyssha Walker

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TX Behavior Interventionist

Emotional Regulation Counseling Session

This individual counseling session is designed to help 7th-grade students recognize and manage their emotions effectively. Through personalized discussion and activities, students will learn to identify their emotions, understand their triggers, and apply coping strategies. This session aims to enhance emotional intelligence and resilience, which are crucial for personal and academic success.

Tier 3
2/25
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Sarah Corrigan

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MA Psychologist

Empathy Impact Journey

A 4-session, 30-minute Tier 3 individual intervention for a 5th-grade student designed to build empathy, responsibility, and accountability. Through structured lesson plans, scripts, worksheets, activities, and games, the student will learn to recognize emotions, appreciate others’ perspectives, set boundaries, and take accountability for their actions.

Tier 3
5/9
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Kristen Hayden

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MA Counselor

Unmasking Emotions

This lesson aims to help students in a grief counseling group understand and explore the concept of masking emotions. By engaging in a reading, discussion, worksheet, and activity, students will learn to identify and express their emotions in a safe and supportive environment. This lesson is important as it encourages emotional awareness and provides strategies for healthy emotional expression, which are crucial for students dealing with grief.

Tier 2
2/25
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Joleen Shillingford

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NY Counselor

Risk Radar

An individualized 30-minute session for a 9th grade student focused on identifying personal risk factors, protective factors, and triggers, culminating in a personalized safety plan. This Tier 3 counseling intervention helps students gain self-awareness and equips them with tools to manage crises.

Tier 3
5/21
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lgee

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MA School Administrator

Healing Hearts: Navigating Loss and Building Coping Skills

This lesson is designed for 5th-grade students to help them understand and cope with the loss of a loved one. It focuses on developing emotional resilience and practical coping strategies in a sensitive and supportive environment. This individual lesson aims to provide personalized support to students dealing with grief, helping them to express their feelings and find comfort.

Tier 3
3/4

Brian Anderson

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NY Instructor

Heartprints

An individual Tier 3 workbook to help an 8th grader track personal grief triggers and practice coping strategies over multiple daily 30-minute sessions. This workbook builds self-awareness, emotional regulation, and resilience through structured check-ins, tracking, journaling, and reflection.

Tier 3
5/20
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Mikaela Secore

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NY Counselor

Healing Hearts Together

In this 30-minute session, 6th graders in a small group explore healthy ways to cope with grief through discussion and creative activities. This lesson fosters emotional support and equips students with strategies to express and manage their feelings.

Tier 2
5/23

Alyssha Walker

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TX Behavior Interventionist

Breaking the Hurt Cycle

In this one-on-one session, an 8th-grade student will learn healthy strategies to recognize self-harm triggers, practice coping skills, and build a personalized safety plan. This Tier 3 intervention empowers the student to manage difficult emotions and reduce self-harm urges—crucial for their well-being and resilience.

Tier 3
5/7

Brian Anderson

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NY Instructor

Inner Compass

A personalized journaling and action-planning resource guiding 9th graders in counseling & therapy to set mental health goals and track progress through self-reflection and monitoring. Tier 3 individual support in a single 20-minute session.

Tier 3
8/14
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Avriel Emanuel

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NY Social Worker