Structural Family Therapy

In this 60-minute Tier 2 group session, 7th graders will explore the fundamentals of family therapy for children ages 3–10. Students will learn why family therapy matters, practice supportive communication skills, and engage in role-plays to build empathy and problem-solving strategies. This lesson equips future mentors and sibling volunteers with tools to foster healthy family dynamics.

In this 15-minute individual coaching session for adult caregivers, participants learn strategies to support a client recovering from nose surgery and practice acknowledging help from family members despite strained relationships. This session enhances active listening, empathy, and communication skills essential for personalized client care.

A one-session, 30-minute individual intervention for adults focused on supporting a stepson struggling with depression and gambling. This targeted session guides caregivers through understanding, communicating, and applying evidence-based behavioral strategies to foster hope, establish boundaries, and promote healthy coping. It equips participants with practical tools to intervene effectively and compassionately.

A one-on-one individual counseling session for an 11th grader, using the Threshold Technique to help the student identify and embrace moments of personal growth and change. This 50-minute intervention empowers the student to visualize transitions, track milestones, and commit to new behaviors that support their evolving self.

A 50-minute individualized coaching session for 8th grade students to help families identify strengths and develop coping strategies. This Tier 3 lesson provides targeted support for students facing personal or academic challenges, guiding them through self-reflection and action planning.

A 10-session program for parents navigating their children’s divorce process using mindfulness, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and art therapy activities. This group-based curriculum empowers caregivers with emotional tools, coping strategies, and supportive exercises to foster resilience in themselves and their children.

This one-on-one counseling session equips an 11th-grade student with the Inner Mirror Strategy, helping them identify and challenge unhelpful thought patterns through metaphorical mirroring. By guiding self-reflection and positive reframing, the session promotes healthier self-talk and emotional resilience. (Tier 3, 50 minutes)

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.

In this one-session small-group counseling module, 7th graders and their caregivers learn to build emotional safety during family dialogues. Students will practice active listening techniques and create trusting spaces for sharing feelings, equipping families with communication skills that strengthen relationships.

This 50-minute one-on-one counseling session helps a 10th grade student explore feelings of being stuck, identify personal barriers to motivation, and craft actionable strategies for forward momentum. It’s designed as an intensive Tier 3 intervention to empower individual growth and goal achievement.

In this 25-minute individual counseling session for 3rd graders, students use Solution-Focused Brief Therapy’s miracle question to envision a problem magically solved and explore aspirations and emotions. This session helps build hope, clarity, and goal-setting skills.

A one-on-one, 30-minute session for a 14-year-old student experiencing hidden mental health challenges in a tense home environment. The student will learn self-awareness, practice coping strategies, and create a personalized plan to manage voices and difficult emotions.

This lesson helps 3rd grade students understand and cope with the emotions that arise when parents are not together. Using a trauma-informed approach, the lesson includes a video to introduce coping strategies and a discussion to help students express their feelings. This lesson is important as it provides a safe space for students to explore their emotions and learn healthy coping mechanisms.

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.

In this 45-minute session for high school students (10th-12th grade, including repeating 9th graders), we will explore the complex roles within families affected by addiction. This lesson is crucial for fostering empathy and awareness, helping students recognize and understand the dynamics that can impact their lives or those around them. The session will include a discussion, an engaging activity, and a video to enhance understanding.

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.

An individualized journaling resource helping 9th grade students trace client narratives and weave coherent progress trails—boosts reflective skills in counseling & therapy documentation over a single 20-minute session.

A 60-minute individual counseling session designed for adult clients to identify personal goals, explore obstacles, and develop an actionable plan. This Tier 3 intervention supports deep personal insights and empowers clients to take the next steps toward growth.

In this final session on family dynamics and divorce, middle school small groups will reflect on coping strategies, reinforce communication skills, and celebrate growth. This lesson is important to help students consolidate learning, foster resilience, and strengthen peer support in navigating family changes.

A 90-minute Tier 2 group support session for parents aimed at understanding and improving sibling dynamics. This interactive workshop equips parents with strategies to foster cooperation, manage conflicts, and strengthen sibling relationships at home.

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.

A one-on-one, 15-minute counseling session for an 8th-grade male student focused on body image and anxiety. This session will use reflective activities to build self-awareness, challenge negative self-talk, and develop coping strategies. Tier 3 support tailored to individual emotional needs.

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.

A self-guided 15-minute intervention designed for a 6th grader to explore and improve understanding of their family dynamics. This individual support helps the student identify feelings, map family roles, and develop personal coping strategies, empowering them to navigate home challenges.

A one-session, 30-minute Tier 3 professional development workshop for therapists to learn strategies that help resistant clients open up in therapy and navigate co-parenting boundaries with their child. This lesson empowers practitioners with concrete techniques and real-world role-plays to deepen client engagement and facilitate boundary-setting conversations.

A three-session individualized coaching program guiding a overwhelmed mother with bipolar disorder to actively listen to her child’s feelings and manage her mental health. This Tier 3 intervention focuses on practical skills, self-care strategies, and communication exercises to strengthen the parent-child bond and support emotional well-being.

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.

In this 15-minute, one-on-one session for a 7th grader experiencing depression and communication conflict with her mom, the counselor will explore feelings, set small goals, and practice self-compassion skills. This Tier 3 support fosters emotional safety and empowers the student to define next steps for dialogue when ready.

In this 90-minute Tier 1 session for parents, we’ll explore the motivations behind children’s behaviors, offering insight into emotional triggers and practical strategies for responding effectively. This workshop helps parents build empathy, decode actions, and foster positive interactions to support their child’s well-being.

This lesson helps students understand the emotional impact of having a parent in jail and provides strategies to cope with these changes. Through storytelling and role-playing, students will explore emotions and learn coping mechanisms. This lesson is important as it fosters empathy and emotional intelligence, helping students navigate complex family dynamics.

A one-session, 30-minute individual support guide for parents managing a 12-year-old’s lying and stealing behavior. This parental workshop equips caregivers with clear strategies, structured routines, and reflection tools to restore honesty and respect within the family.

A one-on-one therapeutic session designed to strengthen rapport with a 10th-grade teen through engaging activities exploring personal interests, emotions, and coping strategies. This 45-minute Tier 3 session uses interactive, low-pressure exercises to foster trust and open communication.

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.

In this 45-minute small-group session, 10th graders will use solution-focused brief therapy techniques to map concrete steps toward their personal goals using the miracle question—boosting clarity and motivation. This Tier 2 group counseling lesson guides students in defining their goals, visualizing success, and creating action plans to foster self-efficacy and progress.

In this 30-minute session, adult caregivers will learn effective strategies to support a client recovering from nose surgery while navigating a strained family dynamic. Participants will practice empathetic communication, boundary setting, and collaborative problem-solving to ensure the client’s physical and emotional needs are met.

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.

A narrative therapy approach for individual sessions where a 10th-grade student crafts and analyzes personal metaphors to address challenges. This Tier 3 lesson supports the student's self-exploration, emotional processing, and empowerment over two 55-minute sessions in an individualized counseling setting.

An individualized counseling plan guiding a 9th grader to articulate and explore their emotions through reflective techniques and coach-led dialogue in a 45-minute session.

An individualized coaching script and activity plan that equips a 10th grade student with mental tools—like positive self-talk and grounding techniques—to deflect stress and build emotional resilience. This Tier 3 individual support session lasts 60 minutes and empowers the student with practical strategies to manage anxiety.

In this 90-minute Tier 1 session, parents will learn mindfulness and calming strategies to strengthen family well-being. This workshop equips caregivers with practical techniques to manage stress, enhance emotional connection, and create a calmer home environment.

This lesson helps students understand and cope with the emotions they may experience when dealing with a sick family member, particularly focusing on grief. It includes a video and a worksheet to provide students with practical coping strategies. This lesson is important as it equips students with emotional tools to handle difficult situations, promoting emotional resilience and well-being.

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.

In this Tier 3 group counseling technique for 9th graders, students use expressive arts to explore and share emotions, fostering self-awareness and regulation over a 50-minute session. This individualized approach helps build emotional insight and coping skills.

This single-session, 25-minute individual counseling lesson helps a 9th-grade student understand how trauma impacts brain function and stress responses. By simplifying complex neuroscience, it empowers students with insight into their own experiences and builds self-awareness.

In this 60-minute Tier 2 group activity, parents will explore and share their family narratives to foster empathy and strengthen family bonds. Through guided mapping, timelines, sharing circles, and reflective journaling, participants build deeper understanding of their backgrounds and connections within the caregiver group.

A 60-minute individual counseling session for a 6th grader focused on self-regulation through guided relaxation and visualization. In this Tier 3 intervention, the student will learn to use a personalized Calm Circle diagram to calm their mind and body, promoting emotional awareness and coping skills.

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.

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.

In this Tier 3 session, the counselor meets one-on-one with a 9th-grade student’s family to explore community resources and mental health services. Over 25 minutes, families learn to navigate personalized service pathways and create a follow-up plan, empowering them with support networks beyond school.

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.

In this 30-minute individual session, parents will learn practical communication strategies to strengthen relationships and navigate challenging conversations with their children. This lesson empowers parents with clear techniques for active listening, “I” statements, and setting positive boundaries.

This individual session uses art and personal reflection to help an 8th-grade student reduce anxiety. Through a creative activity and guided self-reflection, the student will explore ways to manage their feelings and develop coping strategies. This session is important as it provides the student with practical tools to handle stress, enhancing their emotional well-being and academic performance.

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.

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.

This lesson introduces 3rd-grade students to the concept of therapy in a simple and engaging way. Through a guided discussion, students will learn what therapy is, why people might go to therapy, and how it can help. This lesson is important as it helps normalize the idea of seeking help and promotes mental health awareness from a young age.

This lesson introduces parents to mindfulness techniques that can improve family dynamics and support their children's mental health. By learning and practicing mindfulness, parents can create a more peaceful and supportive home environment. This session will empower parents with tools to manage stress, enhance communication, and foster emotional resilience in their children.

One-on-one coaching session guiding a 7th grader to build a personalized emotion regulation toolbox of coping strategies, grounded in CASEL competencies—for self-management and resilience. This Tier 3 intervention is 20 minutes long and provides concrete practice and reflection.

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.

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.

In this 60-minute group workshop, parents will learn practical strategies to effectively respond to their child's anger outbursts. This session emphasizes empathic listening, de-escalation techniques, and setting clear boundaries to improve parent-child communication and emotional regulation.

A personalized plan to help a student identify triggers and self-regulation strategies, promoting emotional balance and on-task behavior. Perfect for an 8th grader needing Tier 3 individualized support, one 45-minute session.

A one-on-one deep dive session using metaphorical mirroring to help a 14-year-old living in a group home identify, reflect on, and challenge their thought patterns through guided counseling techniques; essential for fostering self-awareness and promoting healthier thinking habits in a 45-minute Tier 3 session.

In this lesson, students will create a tree diagram to visualize their personal challenges and coping strategies. This activity encourages self-reflection and helps students understand their resilience. By identifying challenges as roots and coping strategies as branches, students gain insight into their growth and emotional strength, equipping them with a better understanding of coping mechanisms.

In these two 10-minute individual sessions, Ellie will explore her feelings about the patio fire, learn healthy coping skills, and create a personal safety project. This lesson supports emotional processing, builds resilience, and empowers her with narrative and creative expression.

An individual Tier 3 trauma-focused art therapy project for 10th graders, spanning multiple 70-minute sessions. Students use expressive painting to process trauma memories and emotions, guided by structured reflections and self-assessment. This project fosters emotional insight, coping skills, and therapeutic self-expression.

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.

In this 15-minute individualized support session, an 11th grader learns the importance of authentic communication and builds trust through self-reflection and role-play. This Tier 3 intervention helps the student understand why they seek attention and practice honesty to strengthen peer and adult relationships.

A one-session, 30-minute individual coaching plan for adults feeling overwhelmed about a canceled nose surgery, focusing on emotional support, coping strategies, and building connection. Important to help the client feel heard, understood, and empowered to cope with stress and lack of at-home support.

In this 30-minute Tier 3 session, mental health practitioners will learn strategies to support an adult client with schizophrenia and anxiety coping with a difficult breakup and co-parenting challenges. This targeted lesson provides trauma-sensitive communication techniques, evidence-based coping tools, and a structured plan to foster resilience and emotional stability.

In this one-on-one counseling session, the student will craft a personalized resilience-building plan by exploring their strengths and using narrative reframing techniques. This targeted, evidence-based approach supports individual growth and emotional wellness. Audience: Individual counseling student; Duration: one 25-minute session.

A 90-minute parent workshop on understanding and improving sibling relationships. This session equips parents with insights, communication strategies, and practical activities to foster positive sibling dynamics at home.