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 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
This lesson uses fun and interactive play to help young boys (ages 6-9) feel safe and understood. It's crucial for establishing trust in grief therapy, allowing children to express big feelings through play. This is a single, 30-minute session for Pre-K students.
vbissonnette
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
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
This series of play therapy lessons is designed for second-grade students to explore emotions, build social skills, and enhance self-awareness through play. Each session incorporates experiential learning, trauma-informed teaching, and collaborative learning strategies to create a safe and engaging environment. These lessons are crucial for fostering emotional resilience and promoting positive interactions among students. Trauma-informed practices are integrated to ensure a supportive and healing environment, focusing on safety, trust, and empowerment.
Nicole Camp
Psychologist
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
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 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
This lesson introduces PreK 3 students to the role of a school counselor through an engaging song and interactive activity. Students will learn that the counselor is a trusted adult who helps with feelings, friendships, and school fun. It is designed for a single 30-minute session.
Heidi Moore
Counselor
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 two-session introduction helps a kindergarten girl feel comfortable and understand counseling through fun, hands-on activities. By building rapport and emotional vocabulary over two 30-minute sessions, the student gains a safe space to share and explore feelings.
Liana Sheinkin
Social Worker
In this 30-minute introductory lesson, kindergarten through 4th graders will get to know their school counselor, explore how counseling can support them, and begin building coping strategies. This engaging Tier 1 session fosters trust, eases first-day jitters, and lays the foundation for a safe, supportive classroom environment.
tkeya.void
Social Worker
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
In this lesson, students will be introduced to the role of a school counselor. They will participate in an interactive game and discussion to understand how a counselor helps students. This lesson aims to make students comfortable with the counselor and know who to approach when they need help.
Heather Meldrum
Instructor
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
In this 15-minute session for kindergarteners, students will learn about the role of the school counselor through a playful detective-themed introduction and a collaborative team-building game. This quick, engaging lesson helps young learners understand how counselors support feelings and friendships while practicing listening and teamwork.
S
Counselor
In this engaging 45-minute lesson, 3rd graders will get to know their school counselor’s role, explore how counselors can support them, and practice reaching out for help. This Tier 1 classroom lesson builds trusting relationships and boosts students’ confidence in seeking social-emotional support.
Katie Richards
Counselor
In this 45-minute Tier 1 lesson for 1st graders, students will learn about the role of the school counselor through engaging activities that build social skills and help the counselor and students get to know each other. This foundational lesson fosters a safe, supportive classroom community and empowers students to seek help when they need it.
Ahmed K. Ali
Counselor
In this 45-minute Tier 1 lesson, 4th and 5th graders will be introduced to the role of the school counselor, learn how and why to access counseling services, and practice identifying situations where a counselor can help. This foundational session empowers students with self-awareness and a sense of support, fostering a positive school climate.
ASHLEY EPPERSON-LADD
Counselor
In this 30-minute introductory lesson, kindergarten students will meet the school counselor, learn her role, and practice sharing feelings. Building trust early helps students feel supported and develop social-emotional awareness.
Anabel Santiago
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
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 30-minute lesson, kindergarteners will explore the role of a school counselor through a story, discussion, and a playful detective activity. Understanding what a counselor does helps students feel supported and know where to seek help. Tier 1, whole class.
Meghan O'Brien
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
In this 30-minute, one-session lesson, 1st graders will be introduced to the role of the school counselor. Students will learn what a counselor does, how they can help, and practice asking questions and sharing feelings. This lesson builds comfort and trust to support students’ social-emotional well-being.
Vanessa
Counselor
This 15-minute lesson introduces Kindergarten students to the school counselor, explaining their role in a friendly and accessible way. It helps students understand that the counselor is a trusted adult who can help them with feelings and problems, fostering a supportive school environment.
Melanie Moisan
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
This lesson provides a personalized, multi-sensory activity for a 1st-grade boy focusing on emotional regulation. Through sand tray play, bead work, virtue reflection, mindfulness, and grounding techniques, students will learn to identify and manage their feelings in a constructive way. This individual session is designed for 45 minutes.
vbissonnette
Counselor
In this 30-minute Tier 1 counseling session, kindergarten students will be introduced to the school counselor, explore classroom counseling spaces, and learn simple strategies for sharing feelings and building trust.
Syria Fuhrmann
Counselor
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 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 engaging 45-minute session, 3rd graders will be introduced to their school counselor, learn the counselor’s role, and practice ways to ask for help. This Tier 1 lesson builds trust and empowers students to seek support when needed.
Sheanna Chappell
Counselor
This lesson introduces students to the role of a school counselor through interactive activities and multimedia. Students will learn about the various ways a counselor can support them, including emotional support, academic guidance, and conflict resolution. Understanding the role of a school counselor is crucial for students to feel comfortable seeking help and support when needed, fostering a safe and supportive school environment.
Jennifer Gosnell
Counselor
This lesson explores the diverse and vital roles a school counselor plays in supporting student success. Understanding these roles helps staff collaborate effectively to create a positive school environment. This lesson is for adult educators and staff, lasts 30 minutes, and is designed for a single session.
Desirae Skelley
Counselor
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
In this engaging 30-minute lesson, 3rd–5th grade students will get to know their school counselor, understand the counselor’s role, and build comfort for future support. This Tier 1 classroom lesson includes interactive activities and games to establish a trusting relationship and introduce essential counseling services.
Kasi Trent-Ashley
Counselor
In this 60-minute individual virtual therapy session, the student will learn to identify and understand his emotions using soccer-themed analogies, recognize how emotions feel in the body, and distinguish between positive and negative coping skills. This lesson is important because it equips the child with self-awareness and healthy strategies for emotional regulation, tailored for a 3rd grader who loves soccer.
caralyn
Counselor
In this lesson, students will have an interactive session with their school counselor to understand the counselor's role, how they can help, and when to approach them for support. This lesson aims to build trust and awareness among students, encouraging them to seek help when needed.
Lindsey Price
Counselor
In this 30-minute Tier 1 lesson, 3rd grade students will be introduced to the role of the school counselor, understand how counselors support their well-being, and learn when and how to approach them. By familiarizing students with this important resource, we empower them to seek help and build a supportive classroom community.
Sheanna Chappell
Counselor
In this 30-minute Tier 1 session, 3rd graders will meet their school counselor through a fun ice-breaker and complete a brief individual needs assessment. Understanding students’ feelings and needs early builds trust and sets the stage for ongoing support.
Chelsea Bowens
Counselor
This lesson aims to introduce the school counselor to third-grade students. The session will include a fun and interactive activity, watching a brief video, and a group discussion to help students understand the role of their counselor and learn some personal facts about them. This will build a foundation of trust and familiarity, which is crucial for students to feel comfortable seeking help from their counselor in the future.
Vanessa Duckett
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
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 30-minute Tier 1 counseling session designed to introduce 2nd graders to the counseling space, routines, and expectations. This lesson helps students feel safe, build rapport, and learn what to expect in future counseling sessions through engaging activities.
Megan Kirby
Counselor
In this engaging 30-minute lesson, 1st graders will be introduced to the role of the school counselor. Through interactive activities and friendly conversation, students will learn what a counselor does, when to seek help, and how to feel comfortable sharing their feelings. This foundational lesson promotes social-emotional awareness and builds classroom community.
Shoko Kimura
Counselor
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
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 lesson, students will be introduced to the school counselor and learn about the role they play in the school community. This will include a fun coloring activity and an interactive discussion on how the counselor can help them. Understanding the role of the school counselor is crucial for young students as it fosters trust and helps them know where to turn for support.
Kim Coffman
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
In this lesson, students will learn what a counselor does through a fun and interactive activity. They will understand the role of a school counselor and how counselors help students. This lesson is essential because it introduces young students to a supportive figure within the school system, helping them know who to turn to for support.
Ashley Bennett
Counselor
In this engaging 1st-grade lesson, students will explore the important role of a school counselor, understanding how they help and support students in various ways. This lesson is crucial as it helps young learners recognize the resources available to them and encourages them to seek help when needed. The session will be 30 minutes long and includes a variety of interactive components to keep students engaged and informed.
Daniella Morganelli
Counselor
In this 15-minute Tier 1 lesson for 1st graders, students will meet their school counselor, learn what a counselor does, and practice how to ask for support. This fun, interactive lesson helps build trust and sets the stage for a supportive classroom community.
Julia Dariano
Counselor
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 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
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
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
In this engaging 30-minute Tier 1 lesson for 3rd graders, students will discover what a school counselor does daily through multimedia, hands-on activities, and a fun game. This lesson builds empathy, self-awareness, and knowledge of support resources, setting the foundation for positive student–counselor relationships.
Kimest Sanders
Instructor
In this 15-minute lesson, third graders will be introduced to their school counselor, learn about the counselor’s role, and discover how and when to seek support. This lesson builds trust, clarifies expectations, and empowers students with important social-emotional tools.
Kelly Emmett
Counselor
In this first one-on-one therapy session, the student and therapist focus on building rapport, understanding the student’s feelings and needs, and creating a safe environment. This Tier 3 session for a 5th grader lasts 60 minutes and lays the groundwork for future growth by fostering trust and collaboration.
Alexis Wright
Social Worker, Counselor
This 6-week, Tier 3 individual counseling program is designed for a 5th-grade female student, a former foster child, recently adopted, who is grappling with missing her biological family and trying to please her adopted family. Over six sessions, it focuses on developing a robust toolkit of coping skills for anxiety, grief, and life changes, and building confidence in verbalizing feelings respectfully. This comprehensive program is crucial for helping the student navigate complex emotions, integrate her past and present, and communicate her needs effectively in her new family environment, fostering healthier emotional expression and a strong sense of self.
Yazmin Smith
Counselor
This lesson explores effective strategies for setting and maintaining therapeutic boundaries and limits within play therapy, ensuring safety and structure for small groups of students. It will help students understand the importance of boundaries for a safe and fun play environment. This lesson is designed for small groups of students and will take approximately 45 minutes.
Miranda
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 fun, low-pressure game designed to help a 6th-grade student with anxiety build rapport with their counselor. This 30-minute individual session focuses on shared interests and lighthearted conversation to foster trust and comfort. It's a great way to start building a positive relationship. Audience: 6th Grade, 1 Session, 30 minutes.
schamberlain
Instructor
A 3-session counseling curriculum for a 4th grade student with an emotional disability to identify feelings, learn coping strategies, and practice cooperative play. Each 30-minute session builds safety and routine to support engagement and skill mastery.
Latisha Smith
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 30-minute professional development session introduces middle school teachers to the foundational principles of Cognitive Behavioral Theory (CBT) and its practical applications for fostering positive cognitive and behavioral habits in 4th-grade students. Teachers will learn how to help students identify thought patterns and develop coping strategies. Designed for a whole-classroom (Tier 1) approach, this session equips educators with essential tools for promoting student well-being.
cristal.barko
Social Worker
Students will meet their school counselor and learn about their role through a fun and interactive session. This lesson helps students understand how the counselor can support them and builds a sense of trust and familiarity.
Kim Coffman
Counselor
This 30-minute individual activity for an 11-year-old male in 5th grade helps students with severe social anxiety and aggressive behaviors develop emotional regulation skills through building and imaginative play. It incorporates an emotional check-in and directive play therapy techniques to explore feelings and coping strategies.
vbissonnette
Counselor
This series of 10 counseling lessons is designed for a 1st grade special education student, focusing on helping Elijah replace inappropriate communication with respectful verbal interactions during social encounters. Each 30-minute session will build on the previous one, teaching Elijah to manage frustration and negative emotions by using kind words and seeking adult support. These lessons are crucial for Elijah's social development and emotional regulation, providing him with essential life skills for positive interactions.
Kimberly Clark
Psychologist
In this 30-minute Tier 1 lesson, 2nd and 3rd graders will review the role and expectations of the school counselor through engaging activities and guided discussion. This foundational knowledge helps students know when and how to seek support.
Jordan Towery
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
In this 45-minute Tier 1 SEL lesson, 4th graders will discover who a school counselor is, their role, and the routines, rules, and expectations when students rotate through counselor sessions. This lesson builds comfort and clarity, helping students engage confidently in future counseling experiences.
ASHLEY EPPERSON-LADD
Counselor
In this one-session, 45-minute Tier 1 lesson, 1st and 2nd graders will meet the school counselor and build classroom routines through fun, interactive activities. Students will learn each other’s names, explore counselor roles via a read-aloud, and create a collaborative art piece. This engaging session fosters community, belonging, and clear routines for a successful school year.
Jessica Telfair
Counselor
In this fun, 15-minute session, 7th graders will play “Two Truths and a Lie” to learn about their school counselor, building trust and comfort. This Tier 1 classroom activity helps students connect socially and emotionally with a key support figure.
Sarah Whiteside
Counselor
Students will get to know the role of the school counselor, how they can help, and how to approach them for support. This lesson promotes social-emotional learning, helping students feel comfortable and supported in their school environment.
Ashley Bennett
Counselor
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 lesson aims to help young students understand and express their emotions through storytelling. The counselor will read a book about emotions, followed by a guided discussion and a drawing activity. This helps students in developing emotional intelligence and communication skills.
Vanessa Duckett
Counselor
Students will meet and learn about their school counselor, understanding their role as a helper and friend in school. This lesson builds trust and eases first-day nerves for kindergarteners. (Tier 1, 1 session, 15 minutes)
Allyson
Counselor
In this 15-minute lesson, kindergarten students will get to know their school counselor: who they are, what they do, and how they can help. This lesson builds trust and introduces students to a key support adult in their school community.
Sally Cocklin
Counselor
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
This 4-week, Tier 3 individual counseling lesson is designed for two 5th-grade girls with IEPs (functioning at a 2nd-grade level). The goal is to build confidence and independent problem-solving skills for real and imagined situations through engaging activities and CBT/solution-focused modalities. Each session is 25 minutes, once per week, for a total of 4 sessions.
Eboniqua Smith
Social Worker, Counselor, Behavior Interventionist
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
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
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
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
In this 30-minute, one-session Tier 1 lesson for 7th graders, students will get to know their new school counselor by engaging in fun icebreakers, exploring the counselor’s role, and reflecting on ways the counselor can support them. This lesson builds trust, encourages help-seeking, and sets a positive tone for future counseling interactions.
Shoko Kimura
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 20-minute individual counseling session for a 2nd-grade boy aims to build rapport and begin exploring appropriate classroom behaviors. It focuses on identifying emotions and linking them to actions, empowering the student to understand and manage his behavior.
Lindsay Wilson
Counselor
In this one-session lesson, 6th graders will meet their school counselor to learn about the counselor’s role, how to access support, and build trust. This lesson is important because it empowers students with knowledge of a key resource for academic, social-emotional, and personal growth. Audience: 6th grade, Duration: 30 minutes, Tier: 1 (Classroom)
Lakeisha Terry
Counselor
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
In this one-session, 30-minute Tier 1 lesson, school leaders will discover the roles, responsibilities, and impact of school counselors. Understanding these critical support team members will help leaders foster collaboration and leverage counselors’ expertise to improve student well-being and academic success.
Theresa Morning
Counselor
In this 15-minute individual counseling session, a 1st grader plays detective to uncover clues about their emotions, sharpening observation and verbalization skills—key for emotional awareness and regulation.
Virginia Lenac
Counselor
In this 30-minute introductory lesson, kindergarten students will learn who the school counselor is, what they do, and how to seek help when they need it. Building early awareness of emotional support resources helps students feel safe and supported in school.
Sally Spencer
Counselor
This lesson provides a structured, low-pressure game designed to help a counselor build rapport and trust with an 8th-grade female student who is guarded due to a trauma history. Through a series of prompts and guided conversation, the game aims to gently encourage self-expression and connection. Designed for individual sessions, approximately 30 minutes.
schamberlain
Instructor
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 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
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
In this 30-minute individual session, we help a 7-year-old with anxiety and trauma explore emotions and learn new coping strategies. This lesson builds on her existing skills in deep breathing and affirmations by introducing emotion identification, grounding techniques, and creative play — empowering her to manage anxiety more confidently.
Breanna Cherry
Counselor
This individual counseling session welcomes 6th grade students who are one year below grade level and often struggle with social skills and anxiety. In a 20-minute one-on-one format, students will build rapport, learn basic coping strategies, and set personal goals. This lesson establishes trust and paves the way for future growth.
Eboniqua Smith
Social Worker, Counselor, Behavior Interventionist
This 6-session, 15–30-minute individual counseling series supports a shy 6th-grade student learning personalized coping strategies (deep breathing, grounding, journaling, art, seeking support, routines, cognitive restructuring). Tier 3 intensive intervention fosters self-regulation when experiencing depression or anxiety through practiced skills and observation-based progress.
Yvonne Brown
Psychologist
A 30-minute one-on-one Tier 3 counseling session for a 3rd-grade student, using a detective theme to help them identify, label, and understand their emotions. This session builds self-awareness and expands emotional vocabulary through engaging activities.
Kally Barnes
Counselor, Social Worker
This lesson aims to help 7th-grade students build a positive therapeutic alliance with their counselor by identifying shared interests and co-creating a symbolic gesture. This is crucial for establishing trust and a foundation for effective counseling. Audience: 7th Grade Students. Duration: 25 minutes.
Erica Sullivan
Counselor
This initial counseling session for an 8th-grade student focuses on beginning to explore emotional regulation and social skills. Students will start to identify their emotional landscape and how thoughts and feelings connect. This is an individual 30-minute session for a 7th-grade student.
rcolosi
Counselor
In this 30-minute first grade guidance lesson, students will meet their school counselor, learn about her role, and discover how she can help them. Using a picture book read-aloud, interactive discussion, and a fun coloring activity, this Tier 1 lesson builds community and emotional safety in the classroom.
Corina Cardenas
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 30-minute Tier 1 counseling lesson for 7th graders introduces students to the purpose, process, and safe space of school counseling. Students will build rapport with the counselor, learn confidentiality guidelines, and co-create group norms to ensure a supportive environment.
Megan Kirby
Counselor
In this 30-minute Tier 1 lesson for 6th graders, students will meet their school counselor, learn about the counseling services available in middle school, and understand how to seek support. This foundational session builds trust, awareness, and empowers students to utilize counseling resources throughout the year.
KasCandra Dougherty
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
Students will meet the school counselor and learn about different feelings and emotions through storytelling and drawing. This lesson helps young students understand and express their emotions effectively, which is crucial for their social-emotional development.
Erika Morris
Counselor
In this Tier 2 small-group counseling lesson, 7th graders play Mood Monopoly to practice coping strategies and emotional regulation in a fun, collaborative board-game format. Over one 50-minute session, students will learn and apply coping skills when they encounter emotion challenges, share strategies in a group activity, and reflect on their learning.
Kayle Jordan
Counselor
In this 30-minute Tier 1 lesson, Pre-K students will be introduced to their school counselor through engaging activities and a warm, welcoming environment. Students will learn who the school counselor is, what they do, and how they can help, fostering trust and encouraging them to seek support when needed.
Nicole Torres
Counselor
In this 30-minute individual counseling session for kindergarteners, students will learn the expectations for counseling: using safe hands and respecting others’ belongings. This lesson helps build trust, emotional safety, and social skills in one-on-one support.
Christina Lee
Counselor
This 20-minute, individual lesson for a 3rd-grade student helps him identify and express big feelings in healthy ways, especially frustration and anger. It will equip him with a 'game plan' to manage his emotions positively, preventing physical outbursts and encouraging honesty. This is especially important as he processes grief and aggression related to the loss of his father.
RaShanda Hartman
Social Worker
A 30-minute individual role-play exercise designed for a 4th-grade student with PTSD to practice coping skills in a safe and supportive environment. This lesson will help the student build resilience and manage challenging emotions.
Leah McCall
Paraprofessional, Social Worker, Psychologist, Counselor
This 30-minute small group counseling lesson for Pre-K students teaches essential skills in following directions and self-regulation through the engaging game of Kerplunk. Students will learn to listen, wait, and control impulses, vital for classroom success and social interactions.
Cecilia Rodriguez
Counselor
