Elementary therapy activities

Part of my 3rd grade's problem solving unit, after we tackle conflict resolution, is to identify problems inside vs. outside of our control. As many, many

No matter your counseling theory of choice, reality is that you need "stuff" to counsel elementary students. Most of our sessions aren't just sitting and

Try these 10 SEL activities for upper elementary classrooms. Don't stress about adding social emotional learning into your day.

Here are some great ideas from Big Life Journal if you are feeling strong emotions in public:

Looking for a fun and meaningful activity for your school counseling worry group? Help your students make a worry monster! Get details here:

A few weeks ago I was preparing professional development for first and second year teachers in my school district. New teachers not only need the basics of classroom management, routines, procedures and relationships....but this year they also need training on how to effectively be a remote educator. The first year of teaching is difficult under normal circumstances, but this is no normal year. I feel for these first year teachers as so much extra is being added to their already overflowing…

Even the best counselor prep programs don't always include training for how to actually counsel children - it's often times something that we figure out once

Practicing conscious breathing helps when you feel anxious and overwhelmed. A mindful breathing stick can help guide young kids develop breathing techniques.