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
MA Counselor
In this 30-minute session, undergraduate students will learn foundational strategies for managing trauma, building resilience, and fostering emotional well-being. This Tier 1 lesson equips all students with practical tools to recognize trauma responses and apply healthy coping techniques in real-life scenarios.
julie.benson
MA Counselor
In this high school lesson, students will explore the concept of trauma, distinguishing between what trauma is and what it is not, and learn how to apply trauma-informed practices while maintaining expectations. This lesson is crucial for fostering empathy and understanding in students, equipping them with the skills to support peers and themselves in a compassionate manner. The lesson will be conducted in one 45-minute session and is designed for a classroom-wide audience.
Nicole Camp
MA Psychologist
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
CT Parent
This lesson introduces 10th grade students to grounding practices that can help manage trauma-related stress and anxiety. Through experiential learning and inquiry-based activities, students will explore techniques such as the 5-4-3-2-1 grounding method. This lesson is important as it equips students with practical tools to manage emotional distress, fostering resilience and emotional well-being.
Fazeel Chauhan
CA Social Worker
In this interactive 60-minute adult session, learners will identify personal stress triggers and practice basic coping strategies. Building stress awareness fosters resilience and supports long-term mental well-being.
Clairence Oktober
NM Social Worker, Parent
This lesson aims to help adults understand and process grief and loss through restorative practices and trauma-informed teaching. Participants will engage in active and collaborative learning to explore their emotions and develop coping strategies. This lesson is important as it provides a supportive environment for individuals to express their feelings and learn from shared experiences, fostering emotional resilience and healing.
Jeanette Flores Tyler
NC Social Worker, Behavior Interventionist, Counselor
In this 30-minute individual session, adult learners will explore the fundamentals of trauma: its definition, types, and effects on mind and body. This session empowers participants with self-reflection and coping strategies to begin healing. Tailored for one-on-one support, it lays a foundation for deeper therapeutic work.
julie.benson
MA Counselor
In this 45-minute group session for high school teachers, participants will learn trauma-informed care principles and strategies to support student well-being. This lesson empowers staff to recognize and respond to trauma signs, fostering a safer classroom climate for grades 9–12 students.
Shayla Chandler
NY Instructor
This lesson aims to help elementary teachers understand secondary trauma and provide practical strategies to manage it. Secondary trauma can significantly affect teacher well-being and their capacity to effectively support students. This brief discussion-focused lesson highlights the importance of self-care and peer support, promoting a supportive school environment.
Heidi Kiacz
MI Counselor
In this small-group Tier 2 resource, 8th graders explore and map personal stress signals and trauma responses to build self-awareness and coping strategies. Over a 30-minute session, students identify physical and emotional cues, create individualized trauma maps, and practice sharing within a supportive group environment.
Tanzie Carter
SC Social Worker
Educating students on the nature of trauma and its effects on victims of child abuse.
Tracey Bennett
TX Counselor
This 6-session, 25-minute Tier 3 intervention equips students who self-harm and struggle with automatic negative thoughts with practical coping strategies. Through guided discussions and worksheets, each session builds skills in mindfulness, cognitive restructuring, emotional regulation, support-building, and relapse prevention to help them shift from harmful behaviors toward healthier coping.
Talia Rodriguez
CA Counselor
This 30-minute, single-session lesson provides school leaders with an understanding of trauma-informed best practices for working with children. It highlights the distinction between trauma-informed and non-trauma-informed approaches, explores the impact of trauma on the body, identifies factors that perpetuate trauma, and offers strategies for achieving desired behavioral outcomes while honoring trauma-informed principles. This lesson is designed for small groups of school leaders to deepen their understanding and application of these crucial practices.
Jasmin Mendez
NY Social Worker
This lesson provides clinical staff with an essential framework for understanding the impact of trauma on student behavior and learning. The objective is to equip staff with trauma-informed strategies to create predictable, safe, and supportive environments. The approach involves interactive case studies and discussions, targeting clinical staff working with K-12 students. This lesson is for clinical staff and is designed for one 90-minute session.
Debbie Wilbourn
AL Counselor
This 60-minute individual session for 9th-grade students provides a safe and supportive space to understand self-harm, explore triggers, develop healthy coping strategies, and identify avenues for support. It's crucial for helping students navigate difficult emotions and prioritize their well-being.
Winnie Davis
AL Counselor
This lesson plan is designed to educate teachers on the benefits of trauma-informed approaches in the classroom. By understanding and implementing these strategies, teachers can create a supportive and nurturing environment that enhances student learning and well-being. This lesson will help teachers recognize the impact of trauma on students and equip them with practical tools to foster a positive classroom atmosphere.
Jeanette Flores Tyler
NC Social Worker, Behavior Interventionist, Counselor
This lesson plan is designed to educate teachers about trauma-informed education, focusing on understanding trauma's impact on students and implementing supportive teaching strategies. Through discussion, experiential learning, and video segments, teachers will gain insights into creating a safe and supportive learning environment. This lesson is crucial for fostering empathy and understanding in educational settings, ultimately benefiting students who have experienced trauma.
Cris Jackson
NC Counselor
A trauma-sensitive classroom session for 5th graders that introduces safety, trust, and community-building through guided activities. This lesson fosters emotional resilience and belonging in a supportive circle. (45-minute Tier 1 session)
Natasha Desir
NY Psychologist
This lesson is designed for a high-risk student with a difficult upbringing, focusing on the autonomic nervous system and its states. Over five 15-minute sessions, the student will learn to regularly check in with their body, which is crucial for managing anxiety and trauma-related symptoms.
Sara Martinez
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
NC Counselor
In this one-session 45-minute workshop, high school teachers will explore how social connectedness and a positive school climate can bolster student mental health and prevent suicide. By understanding key research and practical strategies, educators will leave equipped to foster inclusive, supportive environments in their classrooms.
brynn.cooper
MA School Administrator
This four-session unit guides teens through understanding suicide, recognizing warning signs, and learning intervention techniques using the ACT framework and art therapy. It’s a Tier 1 classroom lesson for 25 minutes per session, equipping all students with critical mental health awareness and creative coping skills.
Mikaela Secore
NY Counselor
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
NC Social Worker
This lesson aims to help 7th-grade students understand trauma and develop coping strategies. Through experiential and game-based learning, students will engage in activities that promote trauma-informed awareness and collaborative learning. This lesson is crucial for fostering resilience and emotional intelligence, equipping students with tools to manage stress and trauma effectively.
Arthur Tripp
NC Instructor
This lesson aims to educate military caregivers on the risks of suicide among active duty members, veterans, and themselves. It will provide insights into identifying warning signs, understanding contributing factors, and exploring preventive measures. This lesson is crucial as it empowers caregivers with knowledge and tools to support their loved ones and themselves effectively.
heather Diehl
Instructor
This whole-class lesson explores how trauma affects behavior and learning, helping students recognize responses and build empathy. It's crucial for creating a trauma-informed classroom climate. Audience: 6th grade, 1 session (45 minutes).
ldemoraes
MA Counselor
In this Tier 3, single-session 60-minute lesson, teachers will guide an 11th-grade student through understanding and managing dissociation resulting from trauma. This trauma-informed session builds self-awareness, grounding skills, and coping strategies to empower the student to feel present and safe.
Ashley
IN Social Worker
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
NC Social Worker
This lesson will help elementary teachers understand secondary trauma and provide strategies to manage it. By addressing secondary trauma, teachers can improve their well-being and efficacy in the classroom.
Heidi Kiacz
MI Counselor
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
MA Counselor
This lesson provides adults with practical strategies and a supportive environment to build resilience. It's designed for small group settings (Tier 2) and will take approximately 30 minutes. Participants will learn to identify stressors and develop coping mechanisms through interactive activities and discussion.
Cynthia
WA Counselor
This lesson focuses on promoting wellness and emotional well-being among elementary and middle school students. Through a combination of discussion, video, and activities, students will explore the importance of being active, understanding emotions, and developing healthy habits. This lesson is crucial as it helps students build a foundation for mental health awareness and social-emotional skills, which are essential for their overall development and success.
LaKeisha Thomas
TN Instructor
This 4-session Tier 3 individual intervention supports a 6th grade male in self-harm prevention. Each 15-minute meeting guides the student to understand emotions, develop coping strategies, build support networks, and create a personalized safety plan. Students gain practical tools and a sense of hope to stay safe.
Meagan Wittner
TX Social Worker
This lesson aims to equip caregivers of military personnel with the knowledge and skills to identify PTSD and suicidal behavior, debunk myths, and provide support. Through inquiry-based learning, participants will engage with videos and articles to understand the complexities of PTSD and its impact on military families.
Rachel Carpenter
Instructor
A 30-minute presentation designed to educate military caregivers on self-care, compassion fatigue, and burnout. The goal is to empower caregivers with knowledge and practical strategies to manage their well-being effectively.
heather Diehl
Instructor
Equip students with strategies to build emotional resilience through engaging workshops that cover self-regulation techniques, positive self-talk, and problem-solving skills. These sessions will help students navigate stressors and build confidence in their ability to handle challenges.
Michael Houlihan
MA Counselor
This lesson aims to help adults understand their emotional triggers through trauma-informed teaching, experiential learning, and collaborative learning strategies. By exploring emotional triggers, participants can gain insights into their emotional responses and develop healthier coping mechanisms. This lesson is crucial for fostering emotional intelligence and resilience, enabling individuals to navigate their emotions more effectively in personal and professional settings.
Courtney Fischer
NY Social Worker
In this 30-minute individual support session, students will develop a deeper understanding of PTSD—its causes, symptoms, and coping strategies—fostering self-awareness and resilience. This lesson empowers 12th graders with tools for managing trauma responses and seeking help when needed.
julie.benson
MA Counselor
This lesson aims to provide middle school students with a supportive environment to process emotions after witnessing a traumatic event. It incorporates trauma-informed teaching strategies to help students feel safe and understood. The lesson includes a brief discussion, a reading, and a video to introduce coping mechanisms and emotional management.
James Dill
NY Instructor
In this 30-minute session, adult learners will explore fundamental mental health concepts, recognize signs of stress and anxiety, and practice simple mindfulness techniques. This foundational lesson builds awareness and equips participants with strategies to enhance well-being in daily life.
Sheryce Rice - CDHS
CO Counselor, Psychologist, 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
NY Counselor, Psychologist, General Education Teacher, Special Education Teacher, Social Worker, Behavior Interventionist, School Administrator
In this individual ACT-based session, 9th-grade students identify personal values and commit to actions that build resilience. This 60-minute session uses engaging activities and self-reflection to foster psychological flexibility and long-term well-being.
carrie.yespy
MA Social Worker
This lesson introduces 7th graders to the concept of trauma and its somatic symptoms, focusing on PTSD. Using a video and guided discussion, students will explore how trauma affects the body and mind. This lesson is crucial for building awareness and empathy, helping students recognize symptoms in themselves or others, and encouraging them to seek help if needed.
DANELLE LOCKLEAR
NC Social Worker
An introductory whole-class session that helps 5th graders identify feelings and understand trauma’s impact, building trust and setting the tone for safe exploration.
David Cohen
MA Counselor
Single 30-minute Tier 2 small-group session on identifying and addressing the subtle, indirect harms of cyberbullying—such as exclusion, rumor-spreading, and online isolation. Participants will reflect, discuss real-world scenarios, and develop concrete strategies to promote inclusion and digital wellbeing.
Dylan Jacobs
KS Counselor
This lesson aims to help students struggling with anxiety and depression by focusing on building self-esteem and developing coping skills. Through experiential learning and trauma-informed teaching strategies, students will engage in activities that promote self-awareness and resilience. This lesson is important as it provides students with practical tools to manage their emotions and improve their mental well-being.
Brytnee Peacock
CA Psychologist
A 35-session mini-lesson series for high school teen boys focused on building mental health literacy, exploring coping skills, and understanding wellness in bite-sized 5–8 minute daily sessions. This Tier 1 curriculum is designed to equip students with tools to manage stress, boost resilience, and foster a supportive classroom climate.
Robyn Bilotta
CT Instructor
In this one-on-one session, an 8th-grade student will learn healthy strategies to recognize self-harm triggers, practice coping skills, and build a personalized safety plan. This Tier 3 intervention empowers the student to manage difficult emotions and reduce self-harm urges—crucial for their well-being and resilience.
Brian Anderson
NY Instructor
In this confidential, one-on-one 30-minute session, students will explore healthy coping strategies to address self-harm thoughts and behaviors. This individualized lesson is designed to build emotional awareness, safety planning skills, and self-compassion to support female students in crisis.
cgoodreau
MA Social Worker
An interactive whole-staff session to assess and acknowledge collective stress levels, setting the stage for open dialogue and proactive strategies. This session helps staff identify baseline stressors, share experiences, and commit to wellbeing practices. Audience: All school staff, 1 session of 45 minutes.
AROSENSHINE
MA School Administrator
This lesson focuses on providing leaders aged 13-18 with tools and strategies to manage stress and promote mental well-being. Through workshops and group discussions, leaders will learn practical techniques to cope with stress and maintain mental health.
Jade Hodge
TN English
This 30-minute professional development session equips middle school teachers (6th grade) with practical trauma-informed strategies to create a supportive classroom environment. Participants will learn how to recognize trauma indicators, implement Tier 1 interventions, and build resilience among all students.
Tutsy Asmus
OH Counselor
Teaching 3rd-grade students about healthy coping mechanisms to manage stress and trauma.
Victoria Claas
WI Counselor
A small-group, trauma-focused discussion framework for 7th graders that uses guided story sharing, active listening, and safe-ground rules to foster emotional processing and peer support. This Tier 2 lesson spans one 40-minute session and equips students with practical skills to share, listen, and connect in a structured, caring environment.
Maricela
IN Social Worker
This lesson will help students understand how to identify and manage their emotions. Through discussions and creative expression activities, they will learn coping strategies and the importance of seeking support when needed. This lesson is crucial as it equips students with tools to navigate their emotional well-being, build resilience, and improves their social interactions.
Catherine Cooper
MA Instructor
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
NY Social Worker
A 30-minute mental health awareness lesson for 9th graders focused on understanding emotions, recognizing stress, and exploring coping strategies. This Tier 1 lesson helps students build resilience and empathy, providing essential life skills for managing well-being.
ANGELA FRANK
MI Social Worker
This 5-session lesson series aims to enhance students' self-awareness, crucial for managing emotions and improving mental health. Designed for a class with students needing support in anxiety, depression, self-regulation, and complex family backgrounds, each 30-minute session will engage students through interactive activities, discussions, and games to foster a deeper understanding of themselves.
bbeldenscott
MA Counselor, Social Worker
A two-part, 15-minute per session individualized intervention for a 7th grader struggling with self-harm. This mini-unit equips the student with practical coping strategies and a personalized safety plan to reduce self-harm urges and build emotional resilience.
Tutsy Asmus
OH Counselor
In this 14-session series, 9-12 IBI students will learn somatic experiencing techniques integrated into gym workouts, reducing challenging behaviors and improving self-regulation through movement. Each 30-minute session includes guided exercises, discussions, games, and a culminating project to empower students with body-awareness tools.
asoleski
CA Psychologist, Counselor, Social Worker, Behavior Interventionist
This lesson introduces grounding techniques to help students manage distressing emotions and memories. It is designed to support a 6th-grade boy in overcoming trauma from a robbery by teaching him practical coping strategies. The lesson is important as it empowers students with tools to handle emotional distress, promoting resilience and emotional well-being.
Zerica Bills
TX Counselor
A structured data collection form designed for social workers and teachers to systematically record 7th grade students’ emotional awareness and self-regulation skills during small group sessions. This single 30-minute session Tier 2 tool helps track progress on IEP goals by capturing identification of triggers, emotion expression methods, and interpretation of emotional cues across 5 opportunities.
R Silva
MA Social Worker, Special Education Teacher
In this one-on-one Tier 3 session, a 5th grader will learn to recognize signs of trauma and practice personalized coping strategies. This lesson helps students build emotional self-awareness and resilience in a safe, supportive environment.
julie.benson
MA Counselor
This 8-week lesson series is designed to empower students on a threat assessment safety plan by enhancing their emotional intelligence. Each session focuses on key areas such as self-control, empathy, resilience, anger management, decision-making, and self-reflection. Through a blend of game-based learning, restorative practices, trauma-informed teaching, and active learning, students will engage in meaningful activities that promote personal growth and emotional regulation. This series is crucial for helping students develop the skills needed to navigate challenges, make informed choices, and build positive relationships.
Krysti Hesse
AZ Social Worker
A 60-minute whole-group adult seminar on building long-term resilience through lifestyle habits, mindset shifts, and social support networks. This lesson empowers participants to manage stress, strengthen mental well-being, and create actionable plans for bouncing back from challenges.
Marina De Leon
TX Instructor
This lesson focuses on helping students manage their responses to social and environmental triggers through cognitive exposure and practice. By using trauma-informed teaching, active learning, and project-based learning strategies, students will engage in activities that promote self-regulation and safe behavior responses. This lesson is crucial for developing emotional intelligence and resilience, enabling students to navigate challenging situations effectively.
Francesca Styles
MA Behavior Interventionist
This resource fosters understanding and compassion around mental health, teaching students to recognize signs of struggle in themselves and others. It's vital for building a supportive classroom community and destigmatizing mental wellness conversations. This lesson is for 9th Grade students, designed for one 75-minute session.
Rachel De Rozario
US Assistant Principal, General Education Teacher
In this 30-minute Tier 1 workshop, teachers learn key warning signs of student suicide risk, safe messaging practices, and referral protocols. This session equips educators with practical strategies to create a proactive, supportive classroom environment.
Isabelle Tambascio
NH General Education Teacher, Special Education Teacher, School Administrator, Paraprofessional
In this 45-minute Tier 2 lesson for undergraduate students, small groups of four students and a professor will collaboratively discuss a challenging trauma incident. Students will learn trauma-informed discussion strategies, practice active listening, and build trust through structured activities. This lesson equips participants with skills to navigate sensitive conversations safely and empathetically.
Don Greenstein
MA Instructor
A five-session individual support journey for a student struggling with suicidal ideation and self-harm, focusing on building hope, coping strategies, and emotional resilience. This series creates a safe space for guided discussion and skill-building to decrease self-harm thoughts and foster inner strength. Audience: 1 student, 5 sessions, 35 minutes each.
Julisa Pender
NJ Social Worker
Focus on developing personal resilience among adults by offering guided exercises that build mental fortitude and adaptability. This practical lesson helps adults navigate life's challenges with greater ease and confidence.
Alejandra Rodriguez
US Counselor
In this 30-minute individual session, adults will learn practical coping strategies to manage depression, including mindfulness, cognitive techniques, and self-care planning. This session is vital for empowering participants to recognize and challenge negative thoughts, build resilience, and develop a personalized action plan.
Mary Vrazel
NY Parent
This lesson guides students through exploring their emotional responses to stress using role-playing scenarios. It focuses on healthy coping strategies and emotional awareness, fostering resilience and self-awareness. This lesson is important as it equips students with the skills to manage stress effectively, promoting mental well-being and emotional intelligence.
Nakia Avery
NC Counselor
A 90-minute workshop for high school students focused on understanding emotional resilience, identifying personal emotional responses, and practicing strategies to bounce back from setbacks. This session is essential for helping students develop coping skills, boost their confidence, and navigate challenges more effectively.
mgreen
MA School Administrator
Many students carry unseen emotional or mental burdens that impact their daily lives. This session provides a safe space to explore these 'unseen backpacks,' helping students identify the weight they carry, understand its effects, and learn strategies for lightening their load through communication, self-care, and seeking support. Designed for confidential individual or small group work. This lesson is for middle and high school students, lasting one 60-minute session.
Tara Greenlee
IN Counselor
Guide students toward understanding the connection between mental and physical wellness through integrative practices. This lesson includes mindfulness and light physical activities to promote overall health, helping students manage stress and improve concentration in their daily lives.
Kristen Federico
AZ Special Education Teacher
This lesson focuses on building resilience in students who have experienced trauma, providing them with tools to overcome challenges and setbacks. It's crucial for helping students develop coping strategies. Designed for a 7th-grade group, this 60-minute session is part of a Tier 2 support strategy.
Brittney Bullard
NC Social Worker
This lesson introduces students to mindfulness practices, helping them understand and regulate their emotions through simple exercises and reflection. It encourages self-awareness and emotional well-being, promoting a healthy mental state. This lesson is important as it equips students with tools to manage stress and emotions, fostering a positive classroom environment and supporting their overall mental health.
Victoria Bermudez
NC Behavior Interventionist
This lesson aims to provide a safe and supportive environment for homeless students to express and process their trauma. Through a guided discussion and a creative activity, students will have the opportunity to share their feelings and learn coping strategies. This lesson is important as it helps students build resilience and emotional awareness, which are crucial for their well-being and academic success.
Lisa Messer
NC Social Worker
This 30-minute assembly introduces K-4 students to basic mental health awareness and a toolkit of coping skills. It helps young learners understand and express their emotions in healthy ways, fostering emotional intelligence and resilience from an early age. Designed for a whole school assembly.
Christy Olivieri
NY 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
NC Social Worker
In this 20-minute Tier 2 group lesson for high schoolers, students will learn to recognize self-harm signs, understand healthy coping strategies, and practice peer support. By creating a safe space and offering practical tools, this lesson helps at-risk students build resilience and connect with resources.
allison.medrano
TX 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
CA Counselor
This 30-minute Tier 2 lesson for 7th-grade students provides a safe space for small groups to explore and understand the complex emotions associated with grief and loss. It helps students develop coping strategies and recognize healthy ways to process their feelings, fostering emotional well-being and resilience.
Consuelo Kloncz
CA Counselor
A small-group series of bite-sized practices and check-ins designed to equip middle school staff with daily self-care habits and peer support networks. This Tier 2 (Group) series spans multiple 45-minute sessions, focusing on school climate and staff well-being through structured activities and reflection.
Jennifer Marquez
FL Counselor, Social Worker, Behavior Interventionist
This 30-minute whole-school assembly introduces students to mental health awareness and practical strategies for well-being. It aims to destigmatize mental health and empower students to recognize and support their own and others' emotional health. Designed for a whole-school audience (K-12).
Christy Olivieri
NY Counselor
Support students in cultivating emotional resilience through activities that teach them to manage feelings of stress and overwhelm. This lesson emphasizes self-care, reflective journaling, and group discussions to reinforce the importance of emotional wellness.
Kristen Federico
AZ Special Education Teacher
This 3-session lesson for 1st graders focuses on helping students understand and cope with grief and loss. Through engaging activities, games, and discussions, students will learn to express their feelings and develop empathy. Each session lasts 30 minutes and is designed to provide individual support, making it suitable for Tier 3 interventions.
Delilah Murray
NY Counselor
This lesson introduces students to mental health strategies for handling anger, including mindfulness exercises, breathing techniques, and discussions on emotional health. It is important as it equips students with tools to manage their emotions effectively, promoting a healthier school environment and improving overall well-being.
Kayle Jordan
NC Counselor
In this 15-minute Tier 1 lesson for 7th graders, students learn about grief, recognize their feelings, and practice a simple coping strategy. This brief exercise fosters emotional awareness and peer support—essential life skills for adolescence.
Zerica Bills
TX Counselor
Utilize rhythm and music to enhance emotional intelligence and resilience among students. Through engaging drumming exercises and rhythm-based activities, students will learn about emotional expression, stress reduction, and group cohesion. This enjoyable method promotes emotional literacy and resilience-building.
Alison Nowicki
MA Counselor
This lesson introduces students to mental health strategies for handling anger, including mindfulness exercises, breathing techniques, and discussions on emotional health. It is important as it equips students with tools to manage their emotions effectively, promoting a healthier school environment and improving interpersonal relationships.
Kayle Jordan
NC Counselor
This lesson aims to create a safe space for 8th grade male students to discuss and address their struggles with eating at school. By using trauma-informed teaching strategies, the lesson will help students feel supported and understood, encouraging them to share their experiences and learn coping strategies. This approach is crucial in fostering a positive relationship with food and promoting mental well-being.
Sara Townes
MA 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
MA Counselor
This 30-minute individual lesson for a student with Bipolar Disorder provides strategies to identify triggers, understand self-harm urges, and develop alternative coping mechanisms to manage intense feelings. It's crucial for the student's well-being and emotional regulation.
Orissa Lavia
NY Counselor, Behavior Interventionist, Social Worker, Psychologist
This lesson focuses on helping a 4th-grade boy with trauma learn to manage his emotions through game-based learning and trauma-informed teaching. By using a video and interactive activities, the lesson aims to teach the student how to identify emotions, think about coping skills, and practice these skills in a supportive environment. This approach is crucial for building emotional resilience and providing the student with tools to handle challenging situations.
Allison Thibodaux-Wing
CA Psychologist
In this 45-minute, whole-class Tier 1 workshop for 8th graders, students will explore common trauma triggers, learn practical coping strategies, and collaborate to co-create inclusive safe zones within their school. This trauma-informed lesson empowers students to recognize emotional needs, support their peers, and build a positive school climate.
Jade Hodge
TN English
This 5-session lesson series is designed for students who struggle with anxiety, depression, self-regulation, and/or complex family history. It aims to increase their social awareness skills through engaging activities, discussions, and games, each lasting 30 minutes. This lesson is crucial as it helps students develop empathy, understand diverse perspectives, and improve their interpersonal relationships.
bbeldenscott
MA Counselor, Social Worker
This lesson plan is designed to equip high school teachers with effective stress management and self-care techniques. Through a combination of video content, collaborative activities, and guided discussions, teachers will explore practical coping strategies to enhance their well-being. This lesson is crucial as it empowers educators to manage stress effectively, fostering a healthier teaching environment and promoting personal resilience.
Jeanette Flores Tyler
NC Social Worker, Behavior Interventionist, Counselor
A 4-session, 15-minute individual support program for a 2nd grader with trauma-related behaviors, focusing on building trust, emotional awareness, and coping skills. Through short, engaging activities like breathing exercises, emotion identification, and role-play, this series helps the student feel safe, understood, and empowered to manage anxiety and emotional outbursts.
Robbin Johnson-Perez
CA School Administrator
This interactive activity is designed for a wellness fair, targeting small groups of high school boys. The goal is to raise mental health awareness and break stigma through a fun, hands-on game that can be completed in just 5 minutes. Moderated by student leaders, this activity is engaging and encourages open conversations about mental health.
Robyn Bilotta
CT Instructor
This individualized support guide equips a 7th grade student with personalized coping strategies and crisis response steps to build resilience and emotional regulation. Through targeted coaching and self-reflection activities in one 20-minute session, the student will develop a practical toolkit for managing stress and anxiety
Allison Thibodaux-Wing
CA Psychologist
This lesson focuses on equipping veterans and their family members with the skills to develop a personalized Crisis Response Plan for suicide prevention. By understanding the components of a crisis plan and actively engaging in its creation, participants will gain a sense of control and preparedness for potential mental health crises. This lesson is crucial as it empowers individuals with practical tools and strategies to manage crises effectively, fostering resilience and mental well-being.
Rachel Carpenter
Instructor
A small-group deep dive into identifying thought patterns and coping strategies. This 40-minute Tier 2 session empowers 10th graders to spot thinking traps and build self-care tools, boosting real-time mental wellness.
Alivia Storm
IN Instructor
This lesson introduces students to techniques for building emotional resilience, such as breathing exercises and positive self-talk. These practical tools can help students manage stress and anxiety independently, fostering a healthier emotional state and improving their overall well-being.
Nancy Love
MD Instructor
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
MA Counselor
This lesson focuses on suicide prevention and social-emotional support for 9th-grade students. It aims to build emotional resilience and awareness, providing students with the tools and understanding to support themselves and others. This important session will help students recognize signs of emotional distress and learn strategies to seek help and offer support, fostering a supportive community environment.
Meghan Erney
OH Social Worker
In this three-session series designed for individual teen support (Tier 3), students will define depression, identify common symptoms, and learn the basics of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Each 25-minute session combines direct instruction, interactive activities, and reflective discussions to build awareness, coping skills, and emotional resilience.
Mikaela Secore
NY Counselor
In this 5-session, 30-minute unit for grades 5–8, students deepen mental health awareness by identifying personal strengths and challenges and crafting a persuasive mental health public service announcement. Through reflective activities, collaborative brainstorming, and iterative feedback, students will develop, storyboard, and present a polished PSA to promote coping strategies and resilience.
Joleen Shillingford
NY Counselor
This lesson introduces students to mindfulness practices to help them manage stress and build emotional resilience. Through guided meditation and reflective journaling, students will learn techniques for self-regulation and emotional awareness. This lesson is important as it equips students with tools to handle stress and emotions, fostering a healthier mental state and improving their overall well-being.
Sydney Menard
MA Psychologist