Social Skills Groups

This group counseling session focuses on enhancing social skills through engaging activities and a video component. The session is designed to help students develop confidence in social interactions, improve communication skills, and understand the importance of active listening. By using Game-Based Learning strategies, the session aims to make learning social skills fun and interactive, encouraging students to apply these skills in real-life situations.

A series of six lessons designed for 6th-8th graders to enhance social skills in a group counseling setting. Each lesson focuses on different aspects of social interaction, including communication, empathy, teamwork, conflict resolution, friendship building, and self-awareness, with a duration of 30 minutes per session.

This 5-session group intervention helps 10th graders develop key social skills—active listening, assertive communication, empathy, conflict resolution, and teamwork—through engaging activities and practice. These 30-minute sessions build essential interpersonal abilities to support students in all areas of life and boost their social confidence.

An 11-session Tier 2 group intervention for 1st–4th graders to build essential social skills like friendship, empathy, turn-taking, and conflict resolution. Each 1-hour session includes engaging warm-ups, activities, discussions, games, worksheets, quizzes, and scripts to minimize prep. Culminates in a creative group project to showcase learned skills.

This series of 10 counseling lessons is designed for a 1st grade special education student who is demonstrating a pattern of poor choices affecting their social interactions. The lessons aim to develop personal accountability and self-regulation skills, crucial for improving social relationships and overall classroom behavior. Each session is 30 minutes long, focusing on interactive and engaging activities tailored to individual needs.

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.

This lesson plan is designed for an 8-week counseling small group for 2nd graders who struggle with friendships. Each session will focus on different aspects of making and keeping friends through game-based, active, and experiential learning activities. This approach will help students develop essential social skills, empathy, and cooperation, which are crucial for building and maintaining friendships.

This lesson focuses on developing confidence in social interactions through role-playing and exercises that emphasize active listening, empathy, and assertiveness. By engaging in these activities, students will learn to navigate social situations more effectively, fostering better communication and relationships with peers.

This 5-session small group counseling lesson for 2nd graders focuses on developing social skills and understanding friendship. Through engaging activities, discussions, and games, students will learn how to communicate effectively, show empathy, and build strong friendships. This lesson is crucial for fostering a positive classroom environment and supporting students' social-emotional development, with differentiation strategies for students with disabilities.

This 5-session lesson plan for 7th graders focuses on understanding and managing social anxiety. Through group activities, discussions, and reflections, students will learn strategies to cope with social anxiety, fostering a supportive environment. Each session lasts 30 minutes, providing targeted support to help students build confidence and improve their social interactions.

In this 30-minute group therapy activity for 7th graders, students will explore self-esteem by identifying personal strengths, sharing positive feedback, and building a supportive classroom community. This lesson fosters emotional well-being, communication skills, and confidence, helping students feel empowered and connected to peers.

This six-week group counseling protocol is designed to help 1st-grade students develop relationship skills and make prosocial decisions. Each week focuses on different aspects of friendship, such as defining friendship, handling conflicts, and making healthy choices. Through discussions, activities, and art therapy, students will learn to navigate social situations positively and build healthy relationships. This protocol is important as it provides a structured approach to equip young students with essential social-emotional skills, aligned with the CASEL competency of relationship skills.

Students in a 6th grade social skills small group will learn strategies to pause and think before acting. Over one 40-minute Tier 2 session, they’ll co-create a Think-Then-Act plan, practice identifying ‘pause points’ in scenarios, reflect on impulsive triggers, and track their progress with an Impulse Log. This session builds self-regulation skills to help reduce impulsive behaviors in real-life settings.

This lesson focuses on developing social skills through an experiential learning activity. Students will engage in a role-playing exercise to practice effective communication, empathy, and teamwork. This lesson is important as it helps students build essential interpersonal skills that are crucial for their personal and academic success.

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.

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.

This lesson is designed for 6th to 8th graders to help them build self-confidence, improve self-image, and develop a positive mindset. The session will cover topics such as body image, handling negative self-talk, and building resilience. The duration of the lesson is 45 minutes.

This lesson uses board and card games to help high school students practice social interactions in a fun and engaging way. By incorporating Game-Based Learning and Active Learning strategies, students will enhance their communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills. This approach not only makes learning enjoyable but also helps students develop essential social skills in a supportive environment.

This 5-session lesson is designed for a 3rd grade student on an IEP, focusing on identifying negative and positive self-talk, understanding coping strategies, and exploring cognitive behavioral triangle connections. Each 20-minute session will empower the student with practical skills to transform negative thoughts into positive ones, enhancing their emotional well-being and resilience.

Conduct an interactive session where students practice friendship skills through role-play scenarios, enhancing their social competence. This lesson is important as it helps first graders develop essential social skills in a fun and engaging way, fostering positive relationships and emotional intelligence. Designed for a 1st grade group, this session lasts 40 minutes and focuses on Tier 2 (Group) interventions.

This four-session lesson is designed for an 8th-grade girl with social anxiety, aiming to help her build confidence and security in her relationships. Through personalized activities and guided discussions, the student will learn strategies to manage anxiety and foster meaningful connections. Each session lasts 25 minutes and includes a lesson plan, slide deck, activity, and video to support learning.

This two-session lesson is designed for a 1st-grade female student to help her challenge negative thinking patterns related to peer relationships using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) techniques. Over two 50-minute sessions, the student will engage in activities, games, and discussions to foster positive social interactions and build confidence in her ability to form and maintain friendships.

This 8-session plan helps 10th-grade students understand social anxiety and explore effective coping strategies through personal reflection and self-guided activities. Each session focuses on different aspects of social anxiety, allowing students to develop personalized coping strategies and apply them in real-life situations. This approach promotes mental well-being and resilience by equipping students with the knowledge and tools to handle social situations more confidently.

This lesson plan is designed for first graders in a small counseling group to help them develop self-control and learn how to make and keep friends. Over 8 sessions, students will engage in activities, discussions, and projects that promote social skills and emotional regulation. The use of Kelso's Wheel of Choices will provide a visual and interactive tool to help students understand and practice decision-making in social situations. This lesson is important as it equips young students with essential life skills that contribute to their overall well-being and success in school and beyond.

This lesson plan is designed for first graders in a small counseling group to help them develop self-control and learn how to make and keep friends. Over 8 sessions, students will engage in activities, discussions, and projects that promote social skills and emotional regulation. The use of Kelso's Wheel of Choices will provide a visual and interactive tool to help students understand and practice decision-making in social situations. This lesson is important as it equips young students with essential life skills that contribute to their overall well-being and success in school and beyond.

This lesson plan is designed for first graders in a small counseling group to help them develop self-control and learn how to make and keep friends. Over 8 sessions, students will engage in activities, discussions, and projects that promote social skills and emotional regulation. The use of Kelso's Wheel of Choices will provide a visual and interactive tool to help students understand and practice decision-making in social situations. This lesson is important as it equips young students with essential life skills that contribute to their overall well-being and success in school and beyond.

In this dynamic session, students participate in a confidence-building circuit with various stations designed to challenge and enhance their self-esteem and interpersonal skills. This lesson is important as it helps students develop crucial social skills and self-confidence, which are essential for their personal growth and success in school and beyond. Targeted at a 4th-grade group, this session lasts 40 minutes and is classified under Tier 2: Group supports.

In this session, students work in small groups to identify and interpret social clues in various scenarios, enhancing their ability to infer and respond appropriately in social settings. This lesson is important as it helps students develop essential social skills that are crucial for effective communication and relationship building. Designed for a 3rd grade group, the session lasts 30 minutes and is classified under Tier 2: Group supports.

In this 90-minute Tier 2 group session, 4th graders will learn self-control strategies through engaging activities and reflective discussions. This lesson helps students recognize triggers, practice impulse control, and apply techniques to manage emotions, boosting their social-emotional growth and academic focus.

An 8-session emotional regulation program for 1st-3rd graders. Students will learn to identify, understand, and manage emotions through engaging activities and reflection. This group-support curriculum builds self-awareness and coping skills in 35-minute lessons.

In this 4-session small group lesson, 6th and 8th grade special education students will learn to identify and challenge negative thoughts using fun detective-themed CBT techniques. Students will develop skills to replace negative self-talk with balanced thoughts, boosting resilience and emotional well-being. Sessions are 30 minutes each, ideal for learners with autism and depression.

This lesson focuses on enhancing social skills through experiential and game-based learning. Students will engage in a discussion, watch a video, and participate in a group game to practice and improve their social interactions. This lesson is important as it provides a safe and supportive environment for students to develop essential social skills, which are crucial for personal and professional success.

This series of 10 counseling lessons is designed for a 1st grade special education student, focusing on helping Elijah replace inappropriate communication with respectful verbal interactions during social encounters. Each 30-minute session will build on the previous one, teaching Elijah to manage frustration and negative emotions by using kind words and seeking adult support. These lessons are crucial for Elijah's social development and emotional regulation, providing him with essential life skills for positive interactions.

An 8-session group-based series for 9th–12th graders with anxiety to learn and practice coping strategies across school settings. Students will engage in interactive activities, worksheets, and discussions to develop skills like mindfulness, breathing exercises, and positive self-talk. Tier 2 supports include progress monitoring aligned with IEP goals to ensure growth over 30-minute sessions.

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.

This small group activity focuses on the subtle forms of peer pressure that occur in everyday school settings. Students will learn strategies to resist negative influences and build supportive friendships. This lesson is crucial for helping students navigate social dynamics and develop resilience against peer pressure, fostering a positive school environment. Designed for a 7th-grade group, this session will last 30 minutes and is classified under Tier 2: Group Supports.

Students engage in group problem-solving activities, learning to communicate effectively and work cooperatively to reach a solution, essential for social cohesion. This lesson is designed for a 3rd grade group and focuses on developing social awareness and teamwork skills through interactive challenges. The session is 45 minutes long and is classified as Tier 2: Group support to help students enhance their collaborative abilities.

This focused 30-minute group session helps 1st graders identify, articulate, and reflect on emotions while practicing active listening and empathy with peers. Perfect for Tier 2 small-group support, students will gain self-awareness and strengthen social connections through playful activities and guided discussion.

This 6-session program is designed for 3rd grade boys to help them regulate emotions, take perspectives, and engage in appropriate social behaviors. Through engaging activities, discussions, and games, students will learn to identify and practice coping skills, understand others' thoughts and feelings, and recognize expected and unexpected behaviors. This lesson is crucial for developing emotional intelligence and social skills, empowering students to navigate social situations with confidence and empathy.

In this 30-minute Tier 2 small-group lesson, 5th graders will develop critical social skills—like empathy, active listening, and cooperation—through interactive, hands-on activities. This workshop fosters a supportive community and equips students with tools to navigate social situations effectively.

This self-reflective lesson guides individual students in understanding their role and contributions in group settings, helping them improve their collaborative skills. It's essential for students who often feel out of place in group activities.

A four-session small group intervention for 10th graders with anxiety and depression to learn to challenge and stop negative thinking using thought stopping techniques. By building awareness, challenging distortions, and practicing new thinking skills in a safe, supportive setting, students will gain observable changes in their thought patterns and emotional wellbeing.

This lesson focuses on helping students develop social skills by learning to control their emotions effectively. By understanding and managing their emotions, students can improve their interactions with others and enhance their overall well-being. This 30-minute session is designed for small groups, making it ideal for Tier 2 MTSS interventions.

This lesson focuses on enhancing students' social skills through interactive games and activities. By engaging in exercises that promote active listening, cooperation, and conflict resolution, students will develop essential skills for effective communication and teamwork. This workshop is crucial for students with IEPs as it supports their social development and helps them navigate social situations more confidently.

This lesson focuses on helping 11th-grade students understand and manage social anxiety, improve social communication, and develop perspective-taking skills. It's designed for a small group setting, providing targeted support to students who need extra help in these areas. The session will last 30 minutes and aims to equip students with practical strategies to enhance their social interactions and reduce anxiety.

A four-session group lesson for 1st–4th graders on building positive friendships through empathy, active listening, and conflict resolution. This Tier 2 small-group series provides engaging readings, discussions, games, and activities designed to support students with ADHD, autism, and communication needs, helping them practice social skills and foster meaningful connections.

This 4-week small group lesson series is designed to teach 2nd grade students the importance of active listening, understanding others, and emotional regulation. Through engaging activities, discussions, and role-play, students will learn to listen with empathy and manage their emotions effectively, fostering a supportive classroom environment and enhancing interpersonal relationships.

This series of 10 counseling sessions for 1st-grade students focuses on implementing self-regulation strategies to manage frustration and negative emotions. Each session builds on the previous one, reinforcing emotional intelligence and social skills, helping students navigate their feelings and interactions more effectively. Designed for a Tier 1 classroom setting, each session lasts 30 minutes.

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, 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.

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.

A 6-session, 15-minute individual series helping a 7th grade student develop coping skills for social anxiety and reduce school avoidance. Through targeted readings, activities, and reflections, this plan empowers her with strategies for confidence and resilience.

This individual counseling session is designed to help a 9th-grade student understand and navigate peer dynamics, focusing on recognizing and addressing aggressive behavior among peers. The session aims to develop the student's empathy and conflict resolution skills, contributing to a more positive personal and school environment. The session will last 30 minutes.

This one-on-one counseling session aims to boost self-esteem in a 7th grade student on an IEP through personalized activities and discussions. By focusing on self-acceptance and personal growth, the student will learn practical strategies to enhance their self-esteem. This session is important as it empowers the student to recognize their unique strengths and fosters a positive self-image, which is crucial for their overall well-being and academic success.

In this targeted 30-minute Tier 3 session, a 9th grade student will learn and practice three concrete coping strategies for navigating challenging peer interactions. This individualized lesson equips the student to recognize emotional triggers, apply calming techniques, and create a personalized action plan to use in real-life peer situations.

In this 45-minute Tier 2 small-group session, 9th grade students new to the school will explore and practice effective coping strategies to manage anxiety. This lesson provides a supportive, structured environment to build self-awareness and resilience, helping students transition more smoothly and feel empowered.

This lesson is designed for a 9-year-old student with ADHD characteristics to help them develop friendship-building skills and recognize social cues. The session will be engaging and interactive, focusing on practical strategies to enhance social interactions, which is crucial for the student's social development and confidence.

This 5-session lesson series for 3rd graders focuses on emotion regulation strategies and coping skills. It's designed to help students understand and manage their emotions effectively, providing them with tools to navigate social and emotional challenges. Each session is 30 minutes long and is tailored for small groups needing extra support, making it a perfect fit for Tier 2 interventions.