I need to talk to you about something that we often forget but is incredibly important – self-care for school counselors. (Yes, it’s a little bit different than self-care for teachers or even the self-care we help our students implement.) You know those days when you’re juggling a hundred different tasks, running from one meeting ..read more

If you’re a school counselor, you already know about the many responsibilities of this role, especially school counselor time management. Not only are you juggling the dynamic and changing needs of students, but you also have the staff, families, and the greater learning community to keep in mind! (No pressure.) It is possible to have ..read more

What are some steps that I can take to transform my cluttered school counselor’s office into an organized and efficient workspace that allows me to serve my students better and manage my responsibilities effectively?  Keeping a tidy office at school is essential when you are a counselor. You have students and staff members coming in ..read more

As counselors, we’re particularly prone to burnout. The days are filled with ups and downs. It can feel like you’re on an emotional rollercoaster with students, colleagues, and that ever-growing to-do list!  But, amidst the chaos, we’re here for a purpose—to make a lasting impact on our students’ lives.  Let’s talk (real talk) about counselor ..read more

Are you looking for more ways to create a supportive school environment for your students and staff? Building relationships with our students in our schools is one of the most important things to build community at the beginning of each school year. Showing respect and establishing a school community is vital not only to our ..read more

School counseling time plays a huge role in supporting the academic, social, and emotional needs of students. In fact, that’s totally our job! However, there are so many things that get put on our plates intentionally or accidentally that we need to keep an eye on. As school counselors, we are helpers by nature, so ..read more

Navigating your resume and interview can be a struggle for new and seasoned counselors. Once you find an open opportunity, you want to make sure to put your best foot forward and be able to set yourself apart. Below, you will find tips on getting your resume in perfect shape as well as how to ..read more

This article may use affiliate links. Which simply means, if you click on a link in this post, I may or may not get paid for sharing the resource with you. You can find more information on my Privacy Page and Disclosure. Teaching coping skills is an extremely aspect of being a school counselor. There are so many instances when students (and sometimes adults) need reminders to use coping skills. One of my favorite ways to teach coping skills is through books and play! I like to teach, read and then let students try out different skills. […] The post 10 Books that Teach Coping Skills appeared fi ..read more

This article may use affiliate links. Which simply means, if you click on a link in this post, I may or may not get paid for sharing the resource with you. You can find more information on my Privacy Page and Disclosure. Are you looking for a creative way to engage your students and make learning more fun? Introducing counseling activities into the classroom has been proven to improve learning outcomes in all subjects and grades. Research shows that game-based learning increases student motivation, improves cognitive skills, and helps solidify knowledge retention. Playing counseling activities ..read more

This article may use affiliate links. Which simply means, if you click on a link in this post, I may or may not get paid for sharing the resource with you. You can find more information on my Privacy Page and Disclosure. As school counselors, we know that the demands on our time can be intense. Between individual sessions, group work, and administrative tasks, it can seem impossible to keep up with everything – let alone find time for classroom visits! But don’t despair! There are ways to help you stay organized by prioritizing classroom counseling visits […] The post Scheduling and Prioritizi ..read more