• Ask – Don’t Assume

    • Topics
      Assertiveness, Communication, Conflict Resolution, Feelings, Relationships, Social Skills, Stress
    • Objective

      To increase assertive skills by encouraging students to consider assertive behavior rather than relying on assumptions. To develop assertive skills as a vehicle to develop responsible decision making.

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

  • Asking for Help and Giving Help

    • Topics
      Assertiveness, Communication, Depression, Feelings, Relationships, Social Skills, Stress
    • Objective

      To understand the benefit of asking for help and giving help when needed.

    • Types of Tools
      Worksheet
    • Grades
      Early Elementary School, Upper Elementary School
    • ASCA Standards
      A:A2 Acquire Skills for Improving Learning, 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

  • Assistance Request

    • Topics
      Assertiveness, Communication, Goals, Stress, Study Skills
    • Objective

      To make a written request for assistance with classroom issues.

    • Types of Tools
      Assessment
    • Grades
      High School, Middle School, Upper Elementary School
    • ASCA Standards
      A:A1 Improve Academic Self-Concept, A:A2 Acquire Skills for Improving Learning
    • Number of pages
      3

  • Athletic Outlet

    • Topics
      Body Image, Physical Health, Self-Esteem, Stress
    • Objective

      To consider using athletic activity as a way to have fun, relax, and manage stress.

    • 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, PS:C1 Acquire Personal Safety Skills
    • Number of pages
      2

  • Avoided Objects Board

    • Topics
      Anxiety Disorders, Behavior Management, Stress
    • Objective

      To identify OCD triggers. To offer therapists an exposure exercise in treating childhood OCD.

    • Types of Tools
      Assessment
    • Grades
      Early Elementary 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

  • Battling Depression, Anxiety, Suspicions, Etc.

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

    • Types of Tools
      Assessment
    • Grades
      Adult
    • ASCA Standards
      A:B1 Improve Learning, A:B2 Plan to Achieve Goals, PS:C1 Acquire Personal Safety Skills
    • Number of pages
      4

  • Behavior Self-Rating Scale

    • Topics
      ADD/ADHD, Parent Training, Self-Esteem, Social Skills, Stress, Study Skills
    • Objective

    • Types of Tools
      Assessment
    • Grades
      Upper Elementary School
    • ASCA Standards
      PS:A1: Acquire Self-Knowledge
    • Number of pages
      2

  • Being Happy: Fill-in-the-Blank Story

    • Topics
      Depression, Divorce, Feelings, Self-Esteem, Stress
    • Objective

      To help children understand that they can find alternate ways to be happy even when their family structure has changed.

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

  • Being Separated From a Loved One

    • Topics
      Alcohol and Drug Prevention, Anger Management, Anxiety Disorders, Conflict Resolution, Depression, Emotional Problems, Health Issues, Loss & Grieving, Relationships, Self-Control, Stress
    • Objective

      To provide activities on how to better cope with being separated from your loved ones.

    • Types of Tools
      Activity
    • Grades
      Adult
    • 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
      6