In this small-group counseling activity, 7th graders will identify and discuss family member roles using Structural Family Therapy concepts. This Tier 2 session helps students recognize strengths and gaps in their family systems, promoting self-awareness and communication. Duration: 30 minutes.
Chimmy Tata
Psychologist
In this lesson, students will learn about the various tools and resources that a school counselor uses to help with problems and emotions. The students will then create their own 'toolbox' of coping skills and resources that they can take home. This lesson is essential as it helps young students understand the support available to them and equips them with basic emotional tools for resilience.
Erika Morris
Counselor
This individual therapy toolkit guides an 11th-grade student in building personalized coping tools and setting concrete treatment goals in a one-on-one session. Over a 40-minute meeting, the student will complete a project, use a selection worksheet, journal practice, and self-assess with a rubric to support ongoing monitoring and empowerment.
Odalis Perez
Counselor, School Administrator
A personalized 11-session counseling workbook for Israel, a 1st grader learning to identify and regulate emotions, build self-control, and manage separation anxiety. Through fun activities, discussions, games, readings, and practice tools, each 30-minute session guides Israel in developing coping skills and emotional insight in a supportive, one-on-one setting.
RaShanda Hartman
Social Worker
This resource focuses on helping 3rd-grade students identify ways to connect and build stronger relationships with individual family members. It encourages positive interactions and understanding within the family unit. Designed for a 40-minute individual counseling session.
MO
Counselor
An 8-week individual counseling lesson plan for a 3rd-grade female student, an English Language Learner with a history of family trauma, focusing on feelings identification and coping skills. Each session is 30 minutes, addressing classroom frustrations, friendship conflicts, and home troubles.
Avery Takaha
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
In this 60-minute Tier 2 group session, 7th graders will explore the fundamentals of family therapy for children ages 3–10. Students will learn why family therapy matters, practice supportive communication skills, and engage in role-plays to build empathy and problem-solving strategies. This lesson equips future mentors and sibling volunteers with tools to foster healthy family dynamics.
Maricela
Social Worker
This 12-week individual counseling treatment plan helps 1st-grade students develop and utilize age-appropriate coping skills to manage their emotions effectively, both in counseling sessions and within the classroom. Each session is 30 minutes. This plan is designed for individual student support.
jessica.saraiva
Social Worker
In this 80-minute, full-class Tier 1 session for undergrad counseling students, we’ll guide learners through building a live DSM-5-focused intake and assessment toolkit. Students will explore each tool, assemble their own kit in collaborative stations, and demonstrate proficiency with an interactive quiz. This lesson is essential for grounding future counselors in practical diagnostic formulation skills.
Alexis
Social Worker
This 30-minute, individual lesson helps 8th-grade students explore their personal values and define initial goals for therapy, ensuring they feel prepared and empowered for their therapeutic journey. It's crucial for laying a strong foundation for effective therapy.
Daisy Cuevas
Social Worker, Behavior Interventionist, Assistant Principal, Principal, Counselor, 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 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
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
A self-guided 15-minute intervention designed for a 6th grader to explore and improve understanding of their family dynamics. This individual support helps the student identify feelings, map family roles, and develop personal coping strategies, empowering them to navigate home challenges.
Jared B. Fries
General Education Teacher, Special Education Teacher
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
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 lesson helps an 8-year-old boy understand and cope with grief, focusing on the loss of a sibling. It incorporates emotion scaling, somatic tracking, and connection strategies through play therapy techniques. This individualized session is designed for one 45-minute session.
vbissonnette
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
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
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
This individual counseling session helps 2nd-grade students identify and practice coping strategies to manage their emotions effectively. It's a 30-minute session designed for one-on-one support.
cwile
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
This lesson plan provides a framework for individual counseling sessions with a 5th-grade student struggling with emotional regulation and peer conflict. The goal is to help the student identify emotions, develop coping strategies, and improve social interactions. Each session is 20 minutes and includes journaling for progress monitoring.
Rebecca Farnham
Counselor
This 15-minute individual counseling session helps an 8th-grade girl, a high-achieving perfectionist prone to anxiety, identify three personal topics to focus on in counseling. It empowers her to take ownership of her therapeutic journey, fostering self-awareness and reducing anxiety by focusing on actionable steps.
Erica Sullivan
Counselor
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
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
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
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 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 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 30-minute individual therapy session for an 8th-grade student addresses self-harm and explores alternative coping mechanisms. It's crucial because it provides a safe space for the student to process difficult emotions and learn healthy ways to manage distress.
Brittney Bullard
Social Worker
A 50-minute individualized coaching session for 8th grade students to help families identify strengths and develop coping strategies. This Tier 3 lesson provides targeted support for students facing personal or academic challenges, guiding them through self-reflection and action planning.
Holly Child
Behavior Interventionist
This lesson introduces 5th-grade students to essential skills and tools used by school counselors, focusing on problem-solving and effective communication. These skills are crucial for students' personal and academic success, helping them navigate challenges and build strong relationships.
Glenda Glenn
Counselor
This 10-12 week individual treatment plan, with 30-minute sessions, is designed for an 8th-grade student who excels academically and behaviorally but struggles with communication with her mother. It will help her develop effective communication strategies, build empathy, and foster a healthier relationship with her parent.
Jewel Chestnut
Social Worker
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 engaging lesson, students will get to know their school counselor through a fun and interactive Bingo game. This activity helps students understand the counselor's role and feel comfortable approaching them for support. It also encourages listening skills and provides a platform for questions and discussions.
Vanessa Duckett
Counselor
This 30-minute Tier 3 individual counseling session for a 5th-grade student on the autism spectrum with emotional regulation difficulties will focus on building a personalized 'Emotion Toolbox' of strategies. The session aims to help the student identify emotions and choose effective coping mechanisms, which is crucial for their social-emotional development and ability to navigate challenging feelings in a constructive way. It is designed for one-on-one interaction.
Jill Chisholm
Social Worker
This 60-minute session provides patients/clients in an inpatient facility with a foundational overview of family systems theory. Discover how families behave as systems, with their own interactional patterns and dynamics. This helps participants gain an understanding of family systems, increase their capacity to identify the underlying family structures and relationships, and how they influence behaviors. Designed for small group psychoeducation.
Tess Haliway
Counselor
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
In this lesson plan, students will get to know their School Counselor through an engaging bingo game. This will help them understand who their School Counselor is, what they do, and how they can help. The game format makes it fun and interactive, which is ideal for keeping 2nd graders' attention.
Cynthia Espino
Counselor
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
In this 6-session series, 10th–12th graders learn core cognitive behavioral therapy strategies to manage anxiety and depression. Each 30-minute class includes engaging activities, discussions, games, and hands-on worksheets. This Tier 1 lesson builds lifelong mental health skills using inclusive language and supports all learners.
mschwartz
Social Worker
In this 15-minute individual coaching session for adult caregivers, participants learn strategies to support a client recovering from nose surgery and practice acknowledging help from family members despite strained relationships. This session enhances active listening, empathy, and communication skills essential for personalized client care.
C. Cor.
Counselor
In this 6-session series, 10th–12th graders learn core cognitive behavioral therapy strategies to manage anxiety and depression. Each 30-minute class includes engaging activities, discussions, games, and hands-on worksheets. This Tier 1 lesson builds lifelong mental health skills using inclusive language and supports all learners.
mschwartz
Social Worker
Two quick 15-minute screeners—one for K–2 teachers and one for students in grades 3–5—to identify social-emotional and behavioral needs. These tools help the school counselor gather data for individual and group interventions and overall school-wide planning.
Priscilla
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
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.
Katarina Cook
Counselor
This 45-minute individual session for 1st-grade students introduces basic coping strategies through a fun, interactive 'toolbelt' analogy. It's important because it equips young children with foundational skills to manage their emotions effectively, promoting emotional resilience and self-regulation. The session is designed for one-on-one support.
Rachael Stewart
Counselor
In this individual counseling lesson, 3rd graders will use the metaphor of a garden to learn techniques for planting and nurturing positive thoughts, building mental well-being in 30-minute sessions. This Tier 3 lesson supports one-on-one growth, fostering self-awareness and coping skills through creative and reflective activities.
Kally Barnes
Counselor, Social Worker
A 3-session, 30-minute individual counseling series for a first-grade boy to introduce what counseling is and build rapport through engaging, multisensory activities. Supports speech delays with visuals and alternative communication methods.
Liana Sheinkin
Social Worker
An individualized counseling plan guiding a 9th grader to articulate and explore their emotions through reflective techniques and coach-led dialogue in a 45-minute session.
C Canaan
Counselor
In this individualized Tier 3 session, a parent will build a personalized set of emotion-regulation strategies using the Emotion Toolbox Framework. This activity empowers caregivers to handle high-stress moments by selecting, tracking, and reflecting on tools that work best for them. Audience: Individual Parent; Duration: 40 minutes
Jennifer M
Counselor
Personalized coaching for 8th grade families to master emotional regulation strategies and positive reinforcement techniques. This Tier 3 (Individual) lesson includes a 30-minute session with targeted activities to empower students and families, fostering healthier communication and emotional awareness.
avolis
Social Worker
This lesson uses a game-based approach to help two second-grade girls process trauma related to their biological parents. By engaging in a picture-based activity, the students will explore their feelings and thoughts in a safe and supportive environment. This lesson is important as it provides a gentle and interactive way for the students to express themselves and begin healing, using strategies that are accessible given their reading and spelling levels.
Stacie Browne-Gallagher
Counselor, Psychologist, General Education Teacher, Special Education Teacher, Social Worker, Behavior Interventionist, School Administrator
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
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.
rconsidine
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
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
High school individual counseling intake session guide: counselors use this one-on-one 30-minute outline to gather students’ history, strengths, and risk factors in a structured, empathic way. This Tier 3 resource ensures consistency, thoroughness, and rapport-building during clinical assessments.
Casey Cain
Social Worker, Counselor
This two-session lesson is designed for a 13-year-old girl to explore and develop coping mechanisms after surviving trauma. The lesson aims to empower her with practical strategies to manage emotions and build resilience. Each session is 25 minutes long and includes a lesson plan, activity, and discussion to facilitate understanding and application of these vital skills.
Darcy Lord-Evans
Counselor
This session focuses on equipping individual 12th-grade students with a range of healthy and effective alternative coping mechanisms for managing difficult emotions and urges, particularly those related to self-harm. This lesson provides personalized strategies and support, helping students build resilience. This is a 30-minute individual session.
Maria Rubio
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
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
This lesson helps elementary students in a small group setting understand, express, and cope with family changes. It provides a safe space for students to articulate their feelings and develop strategies for navigating new family dynamics, with sensitivity towards those with IEPs, 504s, or in foster care. This single session is designed for 40 minutes.
Trisha Jack
Social Worker
This individual therapy session helps a 4th-grade boy learn and practice coping skills to manage strong emotions. It provides practical strategies he can use in daily life to feel more in control. Designed for an individual 30-minute session.
joana_valencia
Counselor
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.
lthomas
Counselor
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.
Katarina Cook
Counselor
This 20-minute, individual lesson for a 6th-grade student helps them understand and manage stress and anxiety related to challenging family circumstances. It provides practical coping skills to navigate difficult emotions, supporting their emotional well-being and reducing stress-related physical symptoms. This lesson is designed for a single session.
Sonia Salman
Counselor
A 90-minute, one-on-one coaching guide designed for individual school counselors to master the clinical intake meeting. From pre-session preparation to rapport-building and reflective practices, this lesson ensures counselors connect confidently and compassionately.
Karolyn Estevez
Social Worker
This four-week individual counseling plan supports a 2nd grade MLL student adjusting to a new school after her father’s tragic death. These 30-minute Tier 3 sessions build trust, explore grief, and teach coping skills in both English and Spanish.
gaby
Counselor
This lesson explores the role of counseling services in shaping students' identities and experiences in public schools. It is designed for adults, focusing on how counseling can support the development of well-rounded individuals in a diverse society. The session will last 30 minutes and is crucial for understanding the integration of counseling in educational settings.
brynn.cooper
School Administrator
This 15-minute individual counseling session helps 5th-grade students reflect on their growth, celebrate achievements, and identify coping strategies learned during their counseling journey. It aims to provide a positive and empowering closure to their sessions.
Elizabeth Saunders
Counselor
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
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.
Avriel Emanuel
Social Worker
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.
Kimest Sanders
Instructor
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.
Kathleen Lantiegne
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
A 16-week CBT curriculum for high school students (ages 15-18) with anxiety. Students will learn core CBT concepts—CBT triangle, anxiety management skills, thought distortion identification—and practice through readings, discussions, activities, games, worksheets, and guided scripts. Each 30-minute session builds practical tools to manage anxiety and foster resilience.
ahosmer
Social Worker
This 4-week Tier 3 individual counseling series for 1st graders uses fun, hands-on activities to teach self-regulation skills. Each 30-minute session builds a personalized “Calm Toolbox” that helps students identify emotions, practice coping strategies, and reflect on progress.
Krystal Miller
Counselor
One-on-one coaching session for a 7th grade student to build a personalized set of coping strategies for managing big feelings and stress, aligned with CASEL’s emotion regulation competency. This Tier 3 individual support consists of a focused 20-minute session where the student will identify triggers, explore techniques, and create a customized coping toolbox to boost self-management and resilience.
elizabeth.smith
Counselor, Social Worker
An individualized counseling toolkit enabling one-on-one clients to chart personal directions, set measurable objectives, and track progress toward well-being. This high school-focused, single 60-minute session empowers students to define goals, develop personalized treatment plans, and monitor their growth toward emotional and behavioral health.
hickeys
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
In this 15-minute individualized session, a 3rd grader will learn to identify feelings of sadness and anger and practice simple, effective coping strategies. This worksheet equips him with a personalized ‘toolbox’ of coping skills to handle big emotions, fostering self-regulation and resilience.
Meridith Henry
Counselor, Social Worker
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 series of 10 counseling lessons is designed for a 1st grade special education student who is demonstrating a pattern of poor choices affecting their social interactions. The lessons aim to develop personal accountability and self-regulation skills, crucial for improving social relationships and overall classroom behavior. Each session is 30 minutes long, focusing on interactive and engaging activities tailored to individual needs.
Kimberly Clark
Psychologist
This 20-minute, Tier 3 individual lesson helps an 11-year-old boy understand and manage his emotions using CBT techniques. He will learn to identify physical sensations, thoughts, and behaviors associated with emotions, recognize triggers, and apply self-regulation strategies to navigate challenging situations effectively.
Kellie Sweeney
Psychologist
This lesson provides parents with practical, at-home strategies, primarily focusing on Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), to support their child with OCD. It offers tools for understanding OCD, gradually facing fears, and reducing compulsive behaviors. Designed for individual parent-teacher intervention (Tier 3) and takes approximately 45 minutes.
Natalie Santiago
Counselor, Social Worker, Behavior Interventionist
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 30-minute Tier 1 counseling session for 5th-grade students provides a safe space to explore and manage emotions related to loss, fostering healthy coping strategies and peer support. It's crucial for helping students navigate grief in a supportive environment.
tyler.hackett1
Social Worker
This 30-minute counseling lesson is designed for an individual student with Autism to help them develop and utilize adaptive strategies for coping with change. It addresses inflexibility and encourages the student to independently apply coping mechanisms, building on their intelligence and existing knowledge. (Audience: Individual Student, 1 session, 30 minutes)
Nicole
Psychologist
A one-on-one counseling guide with targeted questions and scenarios to help 12th grade students choose a suitable career path. Individual session of 30 minutes in Tier 3 for personalized college and career readiness.
Tia Washington
Counselor, Special Education Teacher, Paraprofessional
This 6-8 week individualized lesson plan for a 12th-grade student focuses on building coping skills and strategies for managing intense feelings, particularly concerning self-harm, dating violence, anxiety, and depression. Each 30-minute session will provide practical tools and a consistent structure for support. The student has previously engaged in self-harm and carries significant responsibilities for her age.
Katie Heck
Counselor
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.
Brianne
Parent
In this two-session, individual counseling lesson, a 3rd grade student will revisit and practice coping skills learned previously, strengthening her emotional toolbox. This is important for building confidence and self-regulation, especially given her specific learning IEP needs. Audience: 3rd grade girl, 2 sessions, 30 minutes each.
Ashley Favors
Social Worker
This lesson helps 3rd-grade students in individual counseling identify and apply appropriate coping strategies to real-life problems. It focuses on developing problem-solving skills and resilience, empowering students to manage challenges effectively. (Audience: 3rd Grade Individual Counseling, 1 session, 30 minutes)
Madison Pozner
Counselor, 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
The THRIVE Toolkit introduces 12th grade students to a six-step framework (Tune In, Hope, Reflect, Integrate, Visualize, Execute) for enhancing daily mental wellness through group counseling techniques. This Tier 2 psychoeducational group lesson spans one 60-minute session and equips students with strategies to manage stress, build resilience, and support one another in a small-group setting.
spoirier
Social Worker
In this individual counseling session, the student will engage in personal storytelling and reflection to explore their emotions and perspectives. This session is important as it helps the student develop self-awareness and emotional intelligence, which are crucial for personal growth and emotional well-being.
Vanessa Armas
Psychologist
In this 30-minute Tier 2 group counseling session for 8th graders, students will explore what anxiety feels like and learn practical coping strategies like deep breathing, positive self-talk, and grounding exercises. This session helps students build tools to manage anxious thoughts and emotions, promoting resilience and emotional well-being.
Gabrielle Self
Social Worker
A 12-week individualized counseling treatment plan for a 4th-grade student to develop and utilize age-appropriate coping skills for anger and frustration, improving emotional regulation in various settings. This plan is designed for individual, 30-minute sessions.
jessica.saraiva
Social Worker
A digital check-in sheet for virtual individual counseling sessions with 11th grade students. Enables counselors to build rapport, capture emotional well-being, set goals, and track progress over multiple sessions. Designed for Tier 3 support in 15-minute meetings.
Migle Zaliukaite-Limantas
Counselor
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
This individual Tier 3 worksheet is designed for a 30-minute first counseling session with 6th grade students. It helps the counselor get to know the student, co-create goals for the school year, and set expectations for the counseling process, fostering trust and clarity.
Lauren Lauterbach
Counselor, Social Worker
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
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 journaling resource helping 9th grade students trace client narratives and weave coherent progress trails—boosts reflective skills in counseling & therapy documentation over a single 20-minute session.
Jazmeen Rivera
Social Worker
One-on-one coaching session guiding a 7th grader to build a personalized emotion regulation toolbox of coping strategies, grounded in CASEL competencies—for self-management and resilience. This Tier 3 intervention is 20 minutes long and provides concrete practice and reflection.
bbeldenscott
Counselor, Social Worker
In this 30-minute individualized session, students will explore the basics of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) by identifying how thoughts influence feelings and behaviors. This lesson empowers an 8th grade student with autism to become a ‘CBT detective,’ equipping her with practical tools for self-regulation and emotional awareness.
Ms. B
Counselor
This lesson introduces 10th-grade students to the Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Triangle, helping them understand how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are interconnected. Understanding these connections empowers students to identify patterns and develop healthier coping mechanisms. Designed for a small group setting, this 30-minute lesson fosters self-awareness and practical mental wellness skills.
mramos
Psychologist
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 25-minute individual counseling session for 3rd graders, students use Solution-Focused Brief Therapy’s miracle question to envision a problem magically solved and explore aspirations and emotions. This session helps build hope, clarity, and goal-setting skills.
Meghan McKinlay
General Education Teacher
In this 30-minute Tier 1 lesson for 6th graders, students will be introduced to school counseling services and explore the power of a growth mindset. This engaging session fosters rapport between the counselor and students through an interactive ice breaker and emphasizes how embracing challenges helps them succeed academically and personally.
KasCandra Dougherty
Counselor
A whole-class session guiding 9th grade students to co-create personalized treatment plans, fostering self-awareness and ownership of their mental health journey. This 45-minute Tier 1 lesson in Counseling & Therapy (Treatment Planning & Goal Setting) equips students with tools to map emotions, set goals, and support peers.
Lauren
Counselor
In this engaging 45-minute lesson for 9th graders, students explore the basics of clinical intake by mapping and sharing their personal narratives. This Tier 1 lesson demystifies the intake process, builds empathy, and strengthens storytelling skills—perfect for counselors and teachers introducing Counseling & Therapy concepts.
Ryan Diaz
Counselor
An 8-session, 15-minute individual counseling series designed to teach a 2nd grader self-regulation tools and skills. These bite-sized lessons help students recognize emotions, practice calming strategies, and build confidence in managing their feelings.
Katarina Cook
Counselor
A 30-minute individual counseling session for a 9th grade student to build a growth mindset, boost resilience, and set meaningful career and life goals. This guide provides targeted coaching tools to help students overcome challenges, reflect on strengths, and track progress toward their aspirations.
Staphany Cortez
Counselor
