• Antecedents and Consequences of Problem Behaviors

    • Topics
      ADD/ADHD, Adoption, Alcohol and Drug Prevention, Anger Management, Anxiety Disorders, Autism Spectrum, Behavior Management, Bullying and Cyberbullying, Conflict Resolution, Depression, Divorce, Emotional Problems, Goals, Self-Control, Self-Injury, Stress, Study Skills, Time Management
    • Objective

      To use a systematic tool for recording and assessing antecedents leading up to problem behavior, the problem behavior, and then the consequences. To analyze upward and downward patterns of problem behavior. To use assessment tool as a jumping off point for discussions with client.

    • Types of Tools
      Assessment
    • Grades
      Adult, 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
    • Number of pages
      2

  • Apologizing: A Fill-in-the-Blank Story

    • Topics
      Anger Management, Anxiety Disorders, Behavior Management, Character Education, Communication, Conflict Resolution, Divorce, Emotional Problems, Feelings, Parent Training, Relationships, Self-Control, Self-Esteem, Social Skills
    • Objective

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

  • Are You Keeping a PTSD Secret?

    • Topics
      Alcohol and Drug Prevention, Anxiety Disorders, Depression, Emotional Problems, Feelings, Health Issues, Loss & Grieving, Physical Health, Positive Thinking, Stress
    • Objective

      To provide an understanding of the impact of overwhelming, long-term traumatic stress. To provide an understanding of the thoughts and feelings associated with a PTSD episode. To reinforce importance of accessing support from others when experiencing PTSD.

    • Types of Tools
      Worksheet
    • Grades
      Adult
    • ASCA Standards
      A:A2 Acquire Skills for Improving Learning, PS:A1: Acquire Self-Knowledge, PS:B1 Self-Knowledge Application, PS:C1 Acquire Personal Safety Skills
    • Number of pages
      2

  • Art Activities for Bereaved Children

    • Topics
      Anger Management, Depression, Divorce, Emotional Problems, Feelings, Loss & Grieving, Self-Esteem, Self-Injury
    • Objective

      To foster understanding about when art activities for bereaved children are beneficial as a vehicle for self-expression and how the technique works.

    • Types of Tools
      Technique
    • 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
    • Number of pages
      2

  • Asking for Help: Adult

    • Topics
      Alcohol and Drug Prevention, Anxiety Disorders, Depression, Emotional Problems, Feelings, Loss & Grieving, Motivation, Self-Injury, Stress
    • Objective

      Self-assessment checklist to identify thoughts and feelings which may be barriers to accessing help when having suicidal thoughts. To offer rationale and motivation for accessing help.

    • Types of Tools
      Worksheet
    • Grades
      Adult
    • ASCA Standards
      A:A2 Acquire Skills for Improving Learning, PS:A1: Acquire Self-Knowledge, PS:B1 Self-Knowledge Application, PS:C1 Acquire Personal Safety Skills
    • Number of pages
      2

  • Bibliotherapy Technique

    • Topics
      Character Education, Emotional Problems, Feelings, Parent Training, Relationships
    • Objective

      To describe the different approaches to use and indicators of success when implementing bibliotherapy.

    • Types of Tools
      Technique
    • Grades
      Early Elementary School, Upper Elementary School
    • ASCA Standards
      A:A2 Acquire Skills for Improving Learning, PS:B1 Self-Knowledge Application
    • Number of pages
      2

  • Changing Negative Thoughts: A Fill-in-the-Blank Story

    • Topics
      Anxiety Disorders, Depression, Emotional Problems, Feelings, Loss & Grieving, Spirituality, Stress
    • Objective

      To help children learn to deal with their fears and anxieties by changing negative thoughts.

    • Types of Tools
      Worksheet
    • Grades
      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
      2

  • Child and Adolescent Mental Health: Glossary of Terms

    • Topics
      Alcohol and Drug Prevention, Anxiety Disorders, Depression, Emotional Problems, Health Issues, Self-Injury
    • Objective

      A glossary of frequently used terms regarding the mental health needs of children and adolescents.

    • Types of Tools
      Discussion, Handout
    • Grades
      High School, Middle School, Upper Elementary School
    • ASCA Standards
      A:A2 Acquire Skills for Improving Learning, PS:C1 Acquire Personal Safety Skills
    • Number of pages
      5

  • Childhood Motivation Checklist

    • Topics
      ADD/ADHD, Autism Spectrum, Behavior Management, Emotional Problems, Goals, Learning Disabilities, Motivation
    • Objective

    • Types of Tools
      Assessment
    • Grades
      Early Elementary School, Upper Elementary School
    • ASCA Standards
      A:C1 Relate School to Life Experiences, PS:A1: Acquire Self-Knowledge
    • Number of pages
      2

  • Children and Adolescents with Anxiety Disorders

    • Topics
      Anxiety Disorders, Emotional Problems, Feelings, Parent Training, Stress
    • Objective

      To provide information about the types of anxiety disorders in children and adolescents and the treatments available.

    • Types of Tools
      Handout
    • Grades
      Early Elementary School, High School, Middle School, Upper Elementary School
    • ASCA Standards
      A:B1 Improve Learning
    • Number of pages
      4