• Solving Frustrating Probelms with a Friend: A FILL-in-the-Blank Story

    • Topics
      Anger Management, Behavior Management, Conflict Resolution, Critical Thinking, Relationships
    • Objective

      To improve problem-solving when frustrated and looking to resolve a conflict with a friend.

    • Types of Tools
      Worksheet
    • Grades
      Early Elementary School, Upper Elementary School
    • ASCA Standards
      PS:A1: Acquire Self-Knowledge, PS:A2 Acquire Interpersonal Skills, PS:B1 Self-Knowledge Application, PS:C1 Acquire Personal Safety Skills
    • Number of pages
      2

  • Sophia Calms Down: A Fill-in-the-Blank Story

    • Topics
      Anger Management, Anxiety Disorders, Emotional Problems, Feelings, Self-Control, Stress
    • Objective

      To improve problem-solving by learning to calm down and cope with anxiety and frustration.

    • Types of Tools
      Worksheet
    • Grades
      Middle School, Upper Elementary School
    • ASCA Standards
      PS:A1: Acquire Self-Knowledge, PS:A2 Acquire Interpersonal Skills, PS:B1 Self-Knowledge Application, PS:C1 Acquire Personal Safety Skills
    • Number of pages
      2

  • Squiggle/Scribble Technique

    • Topics
      Behavior Management, Depression, Emotional Problems, Relationships, Self-Esteem
    • Objective

      To increase knowledge about a technique in which the child and other members of a therapeutic group each draw a squiggle on a paper before exchanging papers; the recipient(s) of the squiggle paper then completes the squiggle design; useful for resistant or shy children, as well as victims of child or sexual abuse; encourages bonding between clients and can also be used as a projective tool for the counselor.

    • Types of Tools
      Assessment, Technique
    • Grades
      Early Elementary School, Preschool
    • ASCA Standards
      PS:A1: Acquire Self-Knowledge, PS:A2 Acquire Interpersonal Skills, PS:B1 Self-Knowledge Application
    • Number of pages
      2

  • Starting to Take Charge

    • Topics
      Depression, Emotional Problems, Feelings, Loss & Grieving, Positive Thinking, Recovery
    • Objective

    • Types of Tools
      Assessment, Worksheet
    • Grades
      Adult, High School, Middle School
    • ASCA Standards
      PS:A1: Acquire Self-Knowledge, PS:A2 Acquire Interpersonal Skills, PS:B1 Self-Knowledge Application, PS:C1 Acquire Personal Safety Skills
    • Number of pages
      3

  • Habit Reversal

    • Topics
      ADD/ADHD, Anxiety Disorders, Self-Control, Stress
    • Objective

      To increase knowledge about a counseling technique to reverse the most common childhood habits, including nail biting, thumbsucking, stuttering, tics, and hair pulling.

    • Types of Tools
      Technique
    • Grades
      Early Elementary School, High School, Middle School, Upper Elementary School
    • ASCA Standards
      PS:A1: Acquire Self-Knowledge, PS:B1 Self-Knowledge Application, PS:C1 Acquire Personal Safety Skills
    • Number of pages
      3

  • Handling (and Helping) Bullies

    • Topics
      Bullying and Cyberbullying, Conflict Resolution, Relationships, Self-Control, Social Skills
    • Objective

      To help students practice ways to help bullies learn to fit in.

    • Types of Tools
      Worksheet
    • Grades
      Upper Elementary School
    • ASCA Standards
      PS:A1: Acquire Self-Knowledge, PS:A2 Acquire Interpersonal Skills, PS:B1 Self-Knowledge Application
    • Number of pages
      2

  • Have I Told You Lately That I Love You?

    • Topics
      Assertiveness, Communication, Feelings, Positive Thinking, Relationships, Self-Esteem, Social Skills, Spirituality
    • Objective

      To increase the ability to communicate personal, positive feelings with those close to us.

    • Types of Tools
      Activity, Discussion, Worksheet
    • Grades
      High School, Middle School, Upper Elementary School
    • ASCA Standards
      PS:A1: Acquire Self-Knowledge, PS:A2 Acquire Interpersonal Skills, PS:B1 Self-Knowledge Application
    • Number of pages
      3

  • Healthy Heart

    • Topics
      Body Image, Goals, Physical Health
    • Objective

      To increase awareness of the importance of maintaining a healthy heart and body.

    • Types of Tools
      Activity, Discussion, Worksheet
    • Grades
      Adult, High School, Middle School
    • ASCA Standards
      PS:A1: Acquire Self-Knowledge, PS:B1 Self-Knowledge Application, PS:C1 Acquire Personal Safety Skills
    • Number of pages
      3

  • Helping Children Deal with Separation

    • Topics
      Divorce, Feelings, Parent Training
    • Objective

      To aid in helping children deal with separation from their loved ones.

    • Types of Tools
      Handout
    • Grades
      Early Elementary School, High School, Middle School, Upper Elementary School
    • ASCA Standards
      PS:A1: Acquire Self-Knowledge, PS:A2 Acquire Interpersonal Skills, PS:B1 Self-Knowledge Application, PS:C1 Acquire Personal Safety Skills
    • Number of pages
      2

  • Hitting Hurts

    • Topics
      Anger Management, Bullying and Cyberbullying, Conflict Resolution, Parent Training, Relationships, Social Skills
    • Objective

      To increase knowledge about the value of controlling physical aggression.

    • Types of Tools
      Activity, Worksheet
    • Grades
      Upper Elementary School
    • ASCA Standards
      PS:A1: Acquire Self-Knowledge, PS:A2 Acquire Interpersonal Skills, PS:B1 Self-Knowledge Application, PS:C1 Acquire Personal Safety Skills
    • Number of pages
      4