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 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 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 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 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
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
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 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
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 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
An interactive lesson where students explore common emotions and learn basic counseling techniques to support peers. Builds emotional literacy and empathy. Designed for a 5th grade class in a single 45-minute Tier 1 session.
Kimberly Burton [Gray ES]
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 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
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
This lesson is designed for a visually impaired student experiencing low self-esteem and emotional dysregulation. Over four 20-minute sessions, the student will learn and apply positive coping skills such as 'stop and think' strategies, 'I statements', anxiety coping skills, and grounding techniques. This lesson aims to empower the student to manage overwhelming scenarios and build resilience.
Sara Andrea Mendoza
Psychologist
Over three 30-minute group sessions, middle school students will explore an introduction to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), learning how thoughts influence feelings and behaviors. This Tier 2 lesson helps students develop skills to identify and challenge unhelpful thoughts, promoting resilience and emotional well-being.
cristal.barko
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
An interactive lesson where students explore common emotions and learn basic counseling techniques to support peers. Builds emotional literacy and empathy for a 5th grade class. Single 45-minute session in Tier 1 of MTSS.
David Cohen
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
In this 30-minute Tier 3 individual lesson, students will explore PTSD symptoms and coping strategies to build personal resilience. Understanding trauma responses and practicing grounding techniques is crucial for supporting emotional health and self-awareness.
julie.benson
Counselor
A focused session for students who have experienced trauma, helping them understand their emotions and reactions. This lesson is key to personal insight and emotional regulation.
Brittney Bullard
Social Worker
Equip students with emotional coping skills for when they encounter personal challenges. They will learn practical strategies for immediate emotional support, fostering resilience and a positive mental health framework.
p adams
Social Worker
Mindful Moments guides a small group of 4th graders through simple, 25-minute mindfulness exercises each session to help manage anxiety and improve focus. This Tier 2 counseling & therapy intervention equips students with tools they can use both in and out of the classroom, fostering self-regulation and emotional awareness.
Breanna Cherry
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
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
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 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
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
This lesson is a 30-minute individual counseling session aimed at helping a 10th-grade student develop self-advocacy skills by implementing coping strategies to reduce anxiety. The session will include a discussion to catch up on recent events, an activity to practice coping strategies, and a quiz to assess understanding. This lesson is important as it provides the student with practical tools to manage anxiety, enhancing their ability to advocate for themselves in various situations.
Kyle Ryan
Psychologist
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 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 30-minute, single-session Tier 2 group lesson, 9th graders are introduced to the basics of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Students will learn how thoughts influence feelings and behaviors through interactive activities, gaining practical skills to challenge negative thinking patterns. This lesson helps students develop essential self-awareness and coping strategies for stress and anxiety.
Rebecca.Bibeau
Counselor
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
In this 15-minute one-on-one session, a 12th-grade student will learn personalized coping strategies to manage cafeteria noise and feelings of rejection sensitivity dysphoria. This lesson helps build self-awareness and resilience through mindfulness, self-advocacy, and practical tools for real-life challenges.
EmmA
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
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 6-week program is designed for a 9th-grade male student who enjoys art and struggles with mental health. The objective is to improve executive functioning skills, identify emotions, regulate emotions, and learn coping skills. Each session lasts 10 minutes and includes a lesson plan, worksheet, activity, game, discussion, project, and a cool-down activity.
Ashley Stone
Social Worker
In this 25-minute Tier 2 small-group activity, new counselors will reinforce their understanding of core Cognitive Behavioral Therapy concepts through an interactive Bingo quiz. Participants identify real-life examples of CBT principles to mark off their cards, promoting recall, collaboration, and deeper learning.
Tiffani
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
A 4-session Tier 3 counseling series for a 5th grader who struggles to advocate for help and becomes emotionally overwhelmed when work feels confusing. These 30-minute sessions will build self-advocacy skills, introduce coping strategies to manage frustration, and replace tears with confidence. Each session includes engaging activities, guided practice, and take-home tools.
Virginia Lenac
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
An adventure-themed counseling session enabling 12th grade students to track emotional peaks and valleys and plan coping strategies. In this Tier 3 individual counseling session (60 minutes), the student embarks on a guided exploration of their emotional landscape to build self-awareness and resilience.
C Canaan
Counselor
In this 55-minute Tier 2 psychoeducational group session, 12th grade students will explore a variety of coping strategies, distinguishing healthy techniques from unhealthy patterns. This lesson promotes self-awareness and peer support, equipping participants with practical tools to manage stress and challenges.
spoirier
Social Worker
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
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 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
This lesson introduces students to the school counselor through interactive activities, helping them understand the counselor's role in supporting personal and academic growth and the importance of mental health. This session is crucial for building a supportive school environment and encouraging students to seek help when needed.
Robert Conceison
Counselor
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 4-week SEL counseling curriculum for 12th-grade girls focusing on healthy coping with frustration and anxiety and effective self-expression in real-life teen situations like peer conflict and academic/college stress. Designed for a Tier 2 small group setting, each session is 30 minutes.
Nien Orji
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
In this 30-minute session, 12th grade students in a Tier 2 support group will learn strategies to cope with tough emotions like anxiety, anger, and sadness. Through interactive discussions, a guided activity, and personal reflection, students will gain practical tools to manage their emotional well-being and build resilience.
Alyssha Walker
Behavior Interventionist
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 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
This lesson aims to raise mental health awareness among students in grades 5 to 7 through an engaging group session. By understanding mental health, students can better support themselves and others, fostering a more empathetic and supportive school environment. The lesson includes a 30-minute session with a focus on interactive learning and group activities.
Alison George
Counselor
This lesson guides K-12 counselors and teachers in developing greater self-awareness and control over their emotional responses in demanding situations. The objective is to reduce impulsive reactions, cultivate inner calm, and enhance professional presence. This lesson is tailored for adult educators and is designed for one 60-minute session.
bristle buddy
Instructor
This individual counseling session helps 6th-grade students with emotional disabilities develop insight into how their actions affect others. By exploring the concept of 'ripple effects,' students will learn to connect their behaviors to the reactions and feelings of those around them, fostering greater self-awareness and improved social interactions. This session is designed for one 6th-grade student and will last 30 minutes.
Allison Russell
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
In this 55-minute small-group Tier 2 counseling lesson, 11th graders will learn to identify complex emotions, map their triggers using an emotion wheel, and practice navigating feelings through role-play scenarios. This guide equips students with tools for self-understanding and coping in real-life situations.
kenia.estevez
Counselor
This 30-minute individual lesson uses CBT to help a 43-year-old woman manage social anxiety. It integrates emotion scaling, public speaking strategies, mindfulness for gratitude and forgiveness, and virtue therapy to build resilience and confidence.
vbissonnette
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
This 30-minute counseling lesson for 8th-grade students focuses on developing self-regulation, anxiety management, and self-advocacy skills. Students will learn practical strategies like deep breathing, positive self-talk, and effective communication to navigate challenging situations in the classroom and beyond. This lesson is important because it equips students with essential life skills to manage their emotions, stay on task, and confidently seek support, fostering greater independence and academic success.
Orissa Lavia
Counselor, Behavior Interventionist, Social Worker, Psychologist
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
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
A 3-session CBT skills group for 10th graders with anxiety. Students will learn to identify cognitive distortions, fill out the CBT triangle, and reframe thoughts. These 30-minute Tier 2 group lessons build coping skills through interactive readings, discussions, games, and worksheets.
ahosmer
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
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
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 engaging lesson, high school students in a therapeutic classroom will explore various cognitive distortions and learn techniques to challenge and reframe unhelpful thoughts. This lesson is crucial for fostering self-awareness and emotional regulation, empowering students to make informed choices about their moods and behaviors. The session will last 35 minutes and is designed as a Tier 2 group lesson.
Kimberly MacDonald
Counselor, Social Worker
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
This 120-minute psychoeducation session for a small group of women provides an overview of PTSD symptoms, helping participants identify and understand their experiences in a safe and supportive environment. This lesson is crucial for empowering women with knowledge and reducing stigma.
Katie Martinez
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
This lesson aims to provide students with coping strategies and create clear channels for communication to help them process recent unsettling events. By engaging in a trauma-informed discussion and inquiry-based activities, students will learn to express their feelings and concerns in a safe environment. This lesson is crucial in helping students feel more secure and supported, both at school and at home.
Corey Maloney
School Administrator
This lesson aims to provide students with coping strategies and create clear channels for communication to help them process recent unsettling events. By engaging in a trauma-informed discussion and inquiry-based activities, students will learn to express their feelings and concerns in a safe environment. This lesson is crucial in helping students feel more secure and supported, both at school and at home.
Corey Maloney
School Administrator
This lesson focuses on teaching students emotional regulation strategies through a combination of video content and interactive discussion. By understanding and practicing these strategies, students can better manage their emotions in various situations, leading to improved mental health and interpersonal relationships. This lesson is crucial as it equips students with tools to handle emotional challenges effectively, fostering resilience and emotional intelligence.
Jason Levene
School Administrator, Psychologist, Counselor
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
Students will explore different coping mechanisms through interactive discussions and activities, helping them identify their personal coping style. This lesson is essential for building emotional intelligence and resilience.
ANGELA FRANK
Social Worker
This individual counseling session empowers students to practice mindful decision-making skills tailored to their personal academic and life scenarios. Through personalized guidance, students will learn to evaluate choices and consider long-term impacts, enhancing their critical thinking and responsibility.
Megan Mazzeo
Social Worker
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 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
An engaging class discussion on cognitive distortions and how they can impact mental health. Students will learn to identify and challenge negative thought patterns. This lesson is crucial for helping students develop self-awareness and emotional intelligence, which are essential for mental well-being. Designed for a 10th-grade class, the session will last 45 minutes and is suitable for Tier 1 classroom-wide support.
Jeanette Flores Tyler
Social Worker, Behavior Interventionist, Counselor
This lesson is designed to support Grade 9 students returning from psychiatric hospitalizations by focusing on distress tolerance and reintegration into a school routine. Through trauma-informed teaching and inquiry-based learning, students will explore strategies to manage stress and anxiety, helping them transition smoothly back into their academic environment. This lesson is crucial for building resilience and confidence in students as they navigate their return to school.
Erin Merrill
Counselor
This 4-session, 30-minute-per-session counseling series guides a 7th grade student through mastering positive coping skills for overwhelming feelings. Through interactive lessons and a custom game, the student will practice stop-and-think, deep breathing, positive self-talk, and grounding techniques, aiming for 80% accuracy across scenarios.
Yvonne Brown
Psychologist
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
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 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 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 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
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 30-minute, single-session lesson for high school students helps them understand how their actions influence their emotions. Students will learn to define maladaptive behaviors and identify personal examples of avoidance or withdrawal that negatively impact their mood, fostering greater emotional awareness.
Rebecca.Bibeau
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
This lesson introduces 6th graders to the basics of the Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) framework, focusing on understanding thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. This foundational knowledge is crucial for developing emotional intelligence and resilience, helping students manage their emotions and reactions in everyday situations. The lesson is designed for a single 15-minute session and includes engaging activities and a game to reinforce learning.
Thomas Nikiper
Counselor
This lesson focuses on helping a student develop coping skills for depression and anxiety through personalized strategies and activities. Over two 30-minute sessions, the student will engage in discussions, worksheets, and readings to better understand and manage their emotions. This lesson is crucial for empowering the student to navigate their feelings and improve their mental well-being.
Sara Andrea Mendoza
Psychologist
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 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 lesson aims to engage the whole school in mental health awareness through interactive activities and games. It's designed to foster a supportive environment where students learn about mental health in a relatable and empowering way. Suitable for a single 30-minute session, this lesson will help students understand the importance of mental health and how to support themselves and others.
Alison George
Counselor
In this one-session, 30-minute Tier 1 lesson, 7th graders will learn about the process of ending counseling support, reflect on their progress, and create plans for maintaining well-being. This lesson builds emotional awareness and empowers students to transition from school counseling services.
Emory Read
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
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 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
A 12-session SEL group counseling series for 5th–6th graders teaching emotional regulation, social skills, and stress management through interactive activities, games, and guided discussions—all in 30-minute low-prep sessions to support IEP goals.
Karolyn Estevez
Social Worker
In these two 15-minute sessions, 11th graders will learn strategies to understand and manage educational anxiety, building confidence and resilience in academic settings. This lesson is vital for helping students recognize anxiety triggers, practice coping skills, and support peers in a Tier 1 classroom setting.
Mnajera
Counselor
This 6-session Tier 2 group psycho-education series guides high school students through emotional regulation skills. Each 30-minute session combines instruction, interactive activities, and discussions so that by the end, clients can recognize, manage, and apply healthy coping strategies.
Adam Sipes
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
A four-session individual counseling plan designed to help students understand self-harm, explore underlying emotions, and develop healthy coping strategies. This lesson offers guided discussions and activities in 15-minute sessions to foster emotional resilience and promote help-seeking behaviors.
angel.davila
Counselor
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
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
