This lesson empowers middle school students to understand bullying dynamics and respond effectively using Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) principles. Students will learn to identify bullying, acknowledge their feelings, and choose valued actions, fostering resilience and a supportive peer environment in one 45-minute session.
Mikaela Secore
Counselor
In this 30-minute individual session, adults will learn core Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) techniques to manage anxiety. This lesson is important because it equips participants with practical mindfulness and defusion strategies for real-life stressors, promoting psychological flexibility and well-being.
Mikaela Secore
Counselor
In this individualized Tier 3 session, students will learn how to develop a personalized treatment plan to manage anxiety related to family and relationship stressors. This 30-minute session equips a 12th grade female with clear coping strategies, self-awareness tools, and a step-by-step action plan to reduce stress and build resilience.
Lauren
Counselor
This lesson introduces 9th-11th grade students to Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and its six core processes, helping them develop psychological flexibility to navigate challenges. This single session is designed for 30 minutes.
Patty Ciampi
Social Worker
This lesson introduces students to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), focusing on the interplay between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Students will explore how these elements influence each other and learn practical strategies to manage stress and anxiety. This lesson is crucial for developing self-awareness and emotional regulation skills, which are essential for mental well-being and academic success.
Deb Schmill
Instructor
An interactive session introducing ACT’s core principles through self-reflection and peer discussions, helping students identify barriers to personal growth. This 45-minute Tier 1 lesson for 12th graders equips students with tools to uncover obstacles and align actions with their values.
ashley_light
Instructor
This 20-minute individual counseling session for a 10th-grade male student aims to provide strategies for managing attention and work avoidance, addressing bullying, and building frustration tolerance in a school setting. It's crucial for his academic and social-emotional well-being.
Jessica Jean-Charles
Health & Fitness
In this 4-session series, teens will learn what anxiety is, how it shows up in their lives, and how to use Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) skills to identify, accept, and manage anxious feelings. Important for supporting emotional well-being and resilience, each 25-minute session blends teaching, interactive activities, and games.
Mikaela Secore
Counselor
A dynamic whole-class activity day where 6th graders practice all six Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) processes through rotating interactive stations. This Tier 1 lesson empowers students with mindfulness, values, and commitment skills in a 55-minute session.
Alexis Kupovits
Counselor
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.
Stephanie Cordero
Counselor
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.
Maria
Social Worker
This follow-up individual counseling session aims to build on the previous lesson by introducing journaling and positive self-talk as additional strategies to manage overthinking. These techniques can help the student process thoughts and emotions more effectively, leading to improved mental well-being and focus.
Erica Carlos
Psychologist
This individualized session helps a student identify personal triggers for test anxiety and develop personalized calming strategies. It is crucial for fostering self-awareness and effective coping mechanisms.
Adriana Hollifield
Counselor
This 30-minute individual counseling session helps 6th-grade students develop strategies to improve impulse control, understand its impact, and practice mindful decision-making. It's crucial for fostering self-regulation and positive social interactions.
Peter Sperber
Social Worker
This individual counseling session is designed for an 11th-grade student experiencing anxiety symptoms. The session will focus on introducing the concept of positive self-talk and its impact on emotional well-being. The student will learn how to create a personalized self-talk script for anxiety-inducing situations, enhancing their ability to manage emotions and stress effectively. This session is crucial for developing resilience and promoting a positive mindset.
Kyle Ryan
Psychologist
These two 20-minute individual counseling sessions help Adrian identify and replace negative self-talk with positive or neutral self-statements, understand the link between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, and practice coping strategies like deep breathing and taking space. By mastering these skills, Adrian will build resilience, improve self-awareness, and positively impact his learning and peer interactions.
Lindsey Jordan
Instructor
An individualized 25-minute session for an 11th-grade student using Acceptance & Commitment Therapy techniques to strengthen present-moment focus and acceptance. This Tier 3 lesson provides a structured worksheet for prompts, a reflective journal, and a guided script for one-on-one coaching to support mindful awareness.
Alexis Kupovits
Counselor
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.
Sophie Clark
Social Worker
This lesson aims to equip clinical staff with specialized strategies to address and mitigate academic anxiety in K-12 students. This resource adopts a cognitive-behavioral approach, offering practical tools and intervention techniques for counselors, social workers, and school psychologists to help students manage stress, improve coping skills, and enhance academic performance. This lesson is designed for clinical staff and will run for approximately 60-75 minutes.
Deedee St Cyr
Psychologist
In this individual ACT-based session, 9th-grade students identify personal values and commit to actions that build resilience. This 60-minute session uses engaging activities and self-reflection to foster psychological flexibility and long-term well-being.
carrie.yespy
Social Worker
An individualized 30-minute counseling session for an 8th-grade student focusing on deep breathing and grounding techniques to manage anxiety in real time. This Tier 3 lesson equips the student with on-the-spot tools for emotional regulation and fosters self-awareness and resilience.
Kayley Bulin
Counselor
This focused session equips parents with practical, step-by-step techniques to guide their middle schoolers through impulse control challenges. It's vital for navigating the complex social and emotional landscape of adolescence. Audience: Parents of Middle Schoolers. Duration: 60 minutes.
Hanifah Suhandaru
General Education Teacher
This individual lesson helps 11th-grade athletes understand how 'acting' positive can genuinely influence their emotions and performance. It's a 25-minute session designed to build self-awareness and emotional regulation skills for individual students requiring intensive support.
Jessica Lighten
Social Worker
One-on-one counseling session designed for a 10th grader to explore and develop personal coping strategies for stress and anxiety. This 40-minute session will guide the student through self-reflection, skill-building, and planning actionable coping techniques to use in daily life.
Jazmeen Rivera
Social Worker
A single 90-minute individualized session for a 7th grader with ADHD focused on building impulse control through the evidence-based Stop-Think-Act strategy. This lesson empowers students to identify triggers, practice self-monitoring, and develop personalized plans to pause before responding—essential skills for academic success and social-emotional growth.
DANELLE LOCKLEAR
Social Worker
This 30-minute individual counseling session for a 6th-grade male student helps address school refusal, classwork refusal, and anxiety through engaging discussion and a fun game. It aims to empower the student with coping strategies and a sense of control over their anxieties.
schamberlain
Instructor
This 4-session lesson is designed for students in grades 3-5 to help them manage and overcome testing anxiety. Through engaging activities, games, and discussions, students will learn strategies to build confidence and remain calm during tests. Each session is 20 minutes long, focusing on different aspects of anxiety management and providing practical tools that students can use in real-life testing situations.
Hazel Boatwright
Social Worker
An individualized coaching script and activity plan that equips a 10th grade student with mental tools—like positive self-talk and grounding techniques—to deflect stress and build emotional resilience. This Tier 3 individual support session lasts 60 minutes and empowers the student with practical strategies to manage anxiety.
Giselle Ramirez
Counselor
In this Tier 2 group session, 10th grade students explore how their thoughts influence feelings and behaviors through a structured CBT framework. Over a 35-minute session, students engage in interactive mapping and scenario analysis to build cognitive awareness and self-regulation skills.
spoirier
Social Worker
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.
Angie R
Parent
In this 25-minute individual session for teens, students will learn to identify emotions, understand ACT-based coping strategies, and express feelings through art therapy. This lesson helps teens build personalized tools for emotional regulation and self-awareness.
Mikaela Secore
Counselor
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.
jsperry
Counselor
In this interactive 50-minute session, 6th graders play a board game that practices Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) skills by navigating real-life thought challenges. This lesson helps students recognize and reframe unhelpful thoughts, building emotional resilience and self-awareness. Perfect for a whole-class Tier 1 RTI session.
Catie Rami
Counselor
Three individual 15-minute counseling sessions for 11th-grade students focusing on understanding and managing anger that arises from grief, providing practical coping strategies and resources. These lessons are designed for individual students requiring Tier 3 support.
Alicia Rowland
Counselor
This lesson helps 9th-11th grade students understand how ACT skills can be applied to real-life challenges, fostering a growth mindset. Students will create a personalized action plan over 1 session (30 minutes).
Patty Ciampi
Social Worker
This 30-minute individual counseling session is designed for an 11th-grade boy who is smart and defiant, and typically struggles with opening up and boredom in counseling. The activities aim to bypass typical resistance by engaging his intellect and offering choices, helping him to explore thoughts and feelings in a low-pressure environment.
Emily James
Social Worker, Counselor
This 6-session individual lesson for a 6th-grade female student focuses on reducing anxiety, excessive worry, and overthinking using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) interventions. Each 45-minute session is designed to empower the student with practical skills to manage anxiety, fostering emotional well-being and resilience.
Suani Lopez
Social Worker
Short, focused exercises to teach mindfulness techniques for stress reduction and emotional regulation for an individual 11th grade student. This Tier 3 session is a 30-minute individual counseling mini-session to equip the student with practical tools for emotional regulation.
Emily Matson
Counselor
In this individualized 45-minute session, a 9th grader learns to identify and challenge automatic thoughts using core CBT techniques, building self-awareness and emotional resilience.
Sue Spafford
Counselor
A 30-minute individualized session to teach a 4th grader simple calming strategies to manage test anxiety, including deep breathing, positive self-talk, and quick grounding techniques. This lesson is important to help the student build confidence and maintain focus during tests.
Kaytlin
Counselor, Social Worker
This individual counseling activity helps 4th-5th grade students identify triggers for anger, develop healthy coping strategies, and practice positive social interactions. It is designed for individual sessions focused on anger management, behavior, and social skills, and will take approximately 45 minutes.
Siobhan Shaw
Psychologist
Individual therapy sessions for 12th grade students focusing on cognitive reframing techniques to challenge negative thoughts and build optimism. This Tier 3 lesson provides a personalized roadmap for transforming unhelpful thinking patterns through guided dialogues and structured exercises.
Tara Buonanno Williams
Psychologist
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.
Katherine Nicolau
Counselor
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.
Nicole Howell
Counselor
In this detective-themed individual counseling session, a 5th grade student will track anxious thoughts like clues and learn strategies to ‘catch’ and challenge them. This 45-minute Tier 3 activity helps build coping skills and self-awareness in a personalized, engaging format.
Theresa
Counselor, Social Worker
This lesson provides 10th-12th graders, parents, and adults with practical strategies to manage and reduce academic anxiety, particularly around tests and deadlines. Participants will learn relaxation techniques, effective study methods, and cognitive reframing to transform stress into motivation, building confidence and improving performance. This lesson is designed for 1 session lasting approximately 60-75 minutes.
Jessica Gonzalez
School Administrator
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.
C Canaan
Counselor
In this 30-minute individual counseling session for a 7th grader with an IEP, students will engage in a CBT-based Confidence Quest activity to identify strengths, challenge negative thoughts, and build motivation for school work. This Tier 3 intervention helps the student develop self-awareness and actionable strategies to boost confidence and academic engagement.
edline.louis
Social Worker
A focused 15-minute, one-on-one lesson designed to help a 4th grader with ADHD learn and practice impulse control strategies. This session is critical for building self-regulation skills, reducing impulsive behaviors like touching or spitting, and increasing on-task focus. Audience: Individual student (4th grade) with ADHD. Sessions: 1. Duration: 15 minutes.
David Sayegh
Psychologist
In this 15-minute individual Tier 3 session, the teacher works one-on-one with a 4th grader who experiences test anxiety. Through brief mindfulness exercises, question‐clarifying strategies, and a personalized ‘anxiety toolkit,’ the student will learn coping skills to stay calm, engaged, and confident during tests.
C. Cor.
Counselor
A one-on-one protocol helping a 10th grade student ground themselves during anxiety spikes through breathing and visualization. This individual, Tier 3 session runs 30 minutes and equips the student with personalized tools to self-regulate.
Lauren Williams
Counselor, Social Worker
This 20-minute individual counseling session for a student with anxiety and emotional regulation concerns will introduce and practice positive coping skills to manage overwhelming feelings. The goal is for the student to communicate her needs and feelings appropriately in 4 of 5 situations with 80% accuracy.
Sara Andrea Mendoza
Psychologist
This 30-minute individual counseling session for 9th-grade students focuses on practical techniques to slow down, reduce anxiety, and improve focus on a single task. It's crucial for students who feel overwhelmed by multiple demands, providing them with actionable strategies for stress management and improved concentration.
Celeste Rangel
Psychologist
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.
Tia McMahon
Counselor
This individual 45-minute session for a 3rd-grade student helps process grief through a combination of emotional scaling, play therapy, somatic tracking, and EFT with affirmations, promoting emotional regulation and self-awareness. This lesson will help students explore and express their feelings in a safe and supportive way.
vbissonnette
Counselor
A one-hour individualized session for Deborah focused on improving decision-making, understanding consequences, and boosting self-awareness to achieve personal goals. This lesson uses engaging readings, discussions, activities, and a game to practice reflective thinking and challenge unhelpful comparisons.
Taylor Rowe
Special Education Teacher
A one-session, 30-minute individual counseling lesson for 6th graders focused on mental health counseling and building personal coping strategies. This Tier 3 lesson helps students identify emotions, learn coping tools, and practice self-talk to manage stress and anxiety.
Jacqueline Russell
Counselor
An interactive module that helps whole counseling classes explore how CBT identifies and tests unhelpful thoughts—building core skills for guiding clients. Perfect for fostering critical thinking in your next seminar for graduate counseling students, Tier 1. 1 session of 60 minutes covering evidence-based CBT techniques.
Rocio
Social Worker, Counselor
A 36-session individualized counseling series designed to help Isabella apply anxiety coping strategies in real-time classroom and social settings. Each 30-minute session builds on prior learning, tracks self-regulation progress, and empowers Isabella to advocate for support. Embedded reflection sheets facilitate data collection for student, teacher, and counselor feedback.
Madelyn Moorhouse
Psychologist
A 20-minute, one-on-one counseling session guiding a ninth-grade student to use an Emotion Map worksheet to track emotional triggers and coping strategies over a week. This Tier 3 tool builds self-awareness and self-regulation through personalized reflection and counselor feedback.
Carla Eliezer
Social Worker, Counselor
This 30-minute individualized lesson for a 3rd-grade student focuses on developing impulse control strategies. It helps students understand what impulses are and provides practical techniques to pause, think, and make better choices, leading to improved self-regulation.
Jennifer Cattnach
Counselor, Special Education Teacher
This three-session individual counseling series for 8th graders focuses on reframing negative thinking patterns into positive ones. It's crucial for developing emotional resilience and improving mental well-being. Each session lasts 30 minutes and is designed to provide personalized support and practical strategies for managing negative thoughts.
Gianna Akerberg
Counselor, Social Worker
This lesson aims to equip 10th-grade students with practical strategies to cope with anxiety. By engaging in a discussion, watching a video, and participating in an activity, students will learn to identify anxiety triggers and apply coping mechanisms. This lesson is crucial as it empowers students to manage their mental health effectively, fostering resilience and emotional well-being.
Karla Harness Brown
Instructor
This one-on-one counseling session equips an 11th-grade student with the Inner Mirror Strategy, helping them identify and challenge unhelpful thought patterns through metaphorical mirroring. By guiding self-reflection and positive reframing, the session promotes healthier self-talk and emotional resilience. (Tier 3, 50 minutes)
C Canaan
Counselor
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.
C Canaan
Counselor
This lesson focuses on equipping students with mindfulness techniques to manage test anxiety, a common barrier to academic success. By engaging in a guided meditation and collaborative activities, students will learn to relax and focus, enhancing their test-taking skills. This lesson is crucial for students in alternative education settings, as it addresses both emotional and academic challenges, fostering a supportive learning environment.
Samantha Petroski
Instructor
This 25-minute individualized follow-up lesson helps 9th-grade students review and apply anger management strategies in real-life scenarios. It reinforces emotional regulation and proactive responses to anger.
Jill Yoshimoto
Assistant Principal
This individual counseling session helps students identify common cognitive distortions and understand their impact on thoughts and feelings. It provides practical strategies to challenge and reframe these unhelpful thought patterns, fostering healthier emotional responses. Designed for one-on-one counseling sessions, lasting 15-20 minutes.
Bianca Gregorio
Instructor
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.
Abby Downing
Counselor
This 30-minute individual counseling session helps a 7th grader understand anxiety and motivation, learn positive coping strategies, and build a personal action plan. It’s vital for empowering students to manage stress and stay motivated in academics and life.
Gabrielle Self
Social Worker
In this 15-minute Tier 3 session for 6th graders, students will learn practical coping strategies to manage anxiety in real time. This individual session provides targeted support and equips each student with personalized tools to feel calmer and more in control during stressful moments.
Julie Donovan
Counselor
A 10-minute Tier 3 counseling session guide for 9th graders to practice quick mindfulness and breathing exercises for stress reduction and improved focus. This individual support session equips students with easy-to-follow techniques they can use anytime.
Anna Dinardo
Counselor
In this three-session series designed for individual teen support (Tier 3), students will define depression, identify common symptoms, and learn the basics of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Each 25-minute session combines direct instruction, interactive activities, and reflective discussions to build awareness, coping skills, and emotional resilience.
Mikaela Secore
Counselor
This 30-minute Tier 2 lesson for three 4th graders focuses on developing impulse control and improving ability to follow directions using CBT and DBT techniques. It's crucial for students struggling with anger management and Intermittent Explosive Disorder, providing them with practical strategies to regulate emotions and respond thoughtfully.
RaShanda Hartman
Social Worker
In this fun, interactive 45-minute session, 6th graders will explore what counseling is, why it’s valuable, and how it can support them and their peers. Through games, discussions, and reflective activities, students will build comfort with counseling concepts, learn active listening skills, and discover when and how to seek help. This Tier 1 lesson fosters a supportive classroom community and equips all students with foundational social-emotional skills.
Nicole Howell
Counselor
In this 40-minute, Tier 3 individual therapy session, an 8th grade student will learn about various coping tools for managing stress and building resilience. Through an overview of coping strategies, a guided slide deck, hands-on activity, and reflection exercises, the student will create a personalized Mind Toolbox that promotes self-efficacy and emotional regulation.
Sydney Jones
Counselor
This lesson introduces 10th grade students to grounding practices that can help manage trauma-related stress and anxiety. Through experiential learning and inquiry-based activities, students will explore techniques such as the 5-4-3-2-1 grounding method. This lesson is important as it equips students with practical tools to manage emotional distress, fostering resilience and emotional well-being.
Fazeel Chauhan
Social Worker
In this 30-minute individual counseling session, the counselor will review Aaron’s IEP goals, outline session expectations, introduce group norms (even in 1:1 context, i.e., counseling norms), and explain why counseling sessions occur. This lesson helps Aaron understand self-advocacy and coping strategies from day one, building rapport and a clear roadmap for success.
Orissa Lavia
Counselor, Behavior Interventionist, Social Worker, Psychologist
In this one-session counseling lesson, 8th grade gifted students will explore perfectionism, manage self-expectations, and develop a growth mindset. This lesson supports individual Tier 3 needs by providing personalized strategies for emotional well-being and academic resilience.
Sydney Jones
Counselor
This counseling session is designed to help a 5th-grade student learn and practice emotional regulation skills. By focusing on coping strategies such as deep breathing, positive self-talk, and visualization, the student will gain tools to manage emotions effectively. These skills are crucial for personal development and can enhance the student's ability to handle stress and emotional challenges.
Hollie Overholt
Counselor
This lesson focuses on preparing students for the ACT and SAT exams by combining effective academic strategies with wellness practices for overall success. The lesson includes a balanced approach to test preparation, emphasizing both academic skills and self-care techniques to ensure students are mentally and physically prepared for their exams.
Ciara McNearly
Instructor
This professional development activity equips high school counselors with practical strategies and resources to support 9th-grade students experiencing grief. Understanding and addressing adolescent grief is crucial for student well-being and academic success.
Merri Vanderploeg
Counselor, General Education Teacher
In this 45-minute, small-group Tier 2 counseling activity, students work together to navigate a puzzle-based physical maze under time pressure. Through defined roles and rules, they practice communication, cooperation, and stress management. This session builds group counseling techniques by encouraging reflection on problem-solving under stress.
Heta Dalal
Social Worker
This lesson is designed for 1st to 3rd grade students with special needs and behavior challenges. The objective is to engage students in a fun, collaborative, and hands-on activity that helps them understand the connection between helpful and unhelpful thoughts and their feelings and behaviors using cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) principles. The lesson is designed to be completed in 15 minutes.
Kristen LaRosa
Counselor
This 30-minute Tier 2 group counseling session for two 11th-grade boys aims to introduce the benefits of counseling in a relatable way. It's especially designed to engage a student who often seems disengaged and his friend who is new to the process, helping them both see the value of investing in their emotional well-being.
Emily James
Social Worker, Counselor
This lesson helps Janariah, a shy, high-functioning high school girl, identify and practice three coping strategies (deep breathing, grounding techniques, taking a 2-5 minute break) to manage feelings of frustration or sadness. The goal is 80% accuracy in 4 out of 5 trials when presented with real or imagined situations. This individual 30-minute session focuses on empowering her with practical tools.
Iana Aguilera
Psychologist
Help students understand and manage test anxiety through practical strategies and activities. This lesson empowers students with tools to build confidence, reduce stress, and enhance performance during exams.
Krissi Forgues
English
In this 20-minute, one-on-one 3rd-grade counseling session, students will learn to recognize negative thoughts and interrupt them using positive affirmations. This lesson builds self-awareness and emotional regulation skills essential for healthy self-esteem and resilience.
Virginia Lenac
Counselor
This lesson is designed for special education middle school students in grades 5-7 to help them decrease test anxiety. In just one short session of 5-7 minutes, students will learn strategies to manage their anxiety, empowering them to approach tests with confidence. This lesson is crucial as it addresses the emotional and psychological barriers that can hinder academic performance, especially for students with IEPs, 504s, social-emotional impairments, and communication disorders.
Kristen O'Brien
Counselor
In this 30-minute individual session, the student will learn strategies to recognize and manage anger using relatable soccer metaphors and interactive exercises. This lesson is crucial for helping the student process trauma, build emotional regulation skills, and feel empowered to 'score' positive reactions instead of frustration.
Samantha Miranda
Social Worker
This 15-minute individual counseling session helps students in grades 6-8 develop self-awareness and practical self-regulation techniques. It's designed to equip them with tools to manage emotions and reactions effectively, fostering a sense of control and empowerment.
Bianca Gregorio
Instructor
This lesson is designed for a highly intelligent student with ADHD, focusing on impulse control and decision-making skills. Over two 30-minute sessions, the lesson will use engaging activities and games to help the student develop strategies to pause and reflect before acting, which is crucial for personal and academic success.
Nathan Hand
Counselor
This lesson helps 3rd-grade students differentiate between thoughts, feelings, and actions. Understanding these distinctions is crucial for developing emotional intelligence and healthy self-regulation. This is a single 15-minute session for small groups.
Hayley Peters
Counselor
This lesson helps 8th-grade students learn and practice grounding techniques to manage test anxiety and performance pressure. Students will develop a personal plan to approach tests with a calm and focused mindset. This lesson is designed for a single 45-minute session.
Tony Kissell
Social Worker, Counselor
This two-part 50-minute session for K–12 counseling teams teaches accurate and sensitive documentation of therapy sessions, emphasizing best practices for progress notes. Participants will learn transcript techniques, dos and don’ts, and apply skills through role-plays, live recordings, and peer feedback to improve their documentation quality.
Monica Stine
Counselor
In this 30-minute Tier 2 small group lesson, students will explore the concepts of cognitive fusion and cognitive defusion through ACT and art therapy techniques. They will learn how to recognize when they’re ‘fused’ with unhelpful thoughts and practice creative defusion strategies to gain mental flexibility. This lesson supports emotional regulation skills critical for social-emotional learning.
Mikaela Secore
Counselor
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.
Yvonne Brown
Psychologist
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.
Sarah Corrigan
Psychologist
In this engaging 30-minute lesson, 8th graders will learn about behavioral activation—a strategy to lift their mood by engaging in positive activities. Students will discover the science behind how actions can influence feelings, practice planning and tracking mood-boosting activities, and leave with a personalized action plan. This Tier 1 classroom lesson fosters self-awareness, emotional regulation, and practical life skills.
Jillian Wurster
Counselor
In this 15-minute Tier 3 individual counseling session, students use the Goal Map worksheet to identify and organize short-term and long-term academic and personal goals. This concise activity clarifies focus, boosts motivation, and informs personalized treatment planning for 9th-grade students.
Sue Spafford
Counselor
This lesson introduces 1st and 2nd-grade students to basic Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) principles, focusing on how thoughts influence feelings and actions. It helps students identify common thought patterns and develop simple strategies to challenge negative thoughts, promoting emotional regulation and resilience. This single, one-hour session provides foundational life skills for managing emotions.
ConceptX
General Education Teacher
This lesson is designed for students who struggle with emotional regulation and decision-making, focusing on enhancing their problem-solving skills through realistic scenarios and CBT strategies. The session will last 30 minutes, incorporating differentiation strategies and offering a Spanish translation option to ensure accessibility for all learners.
Jami Dion
School Administrator
This 30-minute individual lesson for a 5th-grade student focuses on helping students identify self-defeating thoughts and practice positive self-talk and affirmations. It's crucial for students experiencing challenges with interpersonal relationships and depressive symptoms. This is one of four 30-minute counseling sessions per 9-week period.
stett
District Administrator
This lesson provides undergraduate students with personalized coping strategies to manage anxiety. Students will identify their anxiety triggers and learn actionable techniques like deep breathing, grounding, and cognitive reframing. This is a 30-minute individual session.
Sue Spafford
Counselor
A 15-minute Tier 3 individual counseling session to introduce the student to counseling, build rapport, and set expectations. This lesson helps the student feel comfortable, understand the process, and engage actively in future sessions.
cecilia caprino
Counselor
This 20-minute Tier 3 individual lesson provides an 8th-grade student with strategies to manage social anxiety and improve school attendance, addressing recent friend conflicts and academic struggles. Tailored for a student with ASD and a 6th-grade reading level, it incorporates their interest in the New England Patriots.
Molly Mulhern
Instructor
A one-on-one, 15-minute session using a visual CBT compass to help a 12th grade student shift from distressing thoughts to balanced perspectives. This individualized lesson equips the student with a practical tool for self-regulation and cognitive reframing.
Emily Roberts
, Special Education Teacher
A one-on-one counseling session teaching immediate stress-relief techniques and personalized coping plans for a 6th grade student, helping them manage anxiety in real time.
sonia.salman
Counselor
An engaging 30-minute interactive lesson introducing 6th-grade students to the basics of counseling—what it is, who counselors are, and how talking can help. Students will learn key terms, practice active listening, and experience a mock counseling scenario. This Tier 1 classroom-wide lesson builds social-emotional skills and fosters a safe, supportive environment.
Nicole Howell
Counselor
A 20-minute Tier 3 introductory counseling session for individual 6-8th grade students, covering confidentiality, what to expect in counseling, a pre-test on coping skills familiarity, and a get-to-know-you questionnaire including a summer check-in. This lesson helps build trust and set the stage for future sessions.
Yvonne Brown
Psychologist
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.
Jennifer Nunez
Counselor
In this 25-minute Tier 3 lesson, 5- to 10-year-old children of divorced parents will learn core ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy) concepts—recognizing feelings, accepting difficult emotions, and committing to value-driven actions—through art, discussion, games, and a worksheet. This targeted session helps them build emotional resilience and creative coping skills in a supportive one-on-one setting.
Mikaela Secore
Counselor
In this 60-minute individual counseling lesson, students will learn to identify unhelpful thoughts and replace them with positive alternatives using a fun detective theme. This lesson supports Tier 3 individual counseling for 3rd graders, fostering self-awareness and emotional resilience.
Kally Barnes
Counselor, Social Worker
