6th Grade School Psychology Lesson

Looking for an engaging and thought-provoking way to help students understand, manage and cope with anxiety and worry? Look no further – our Anxiety and Stress Counseling Workbook is the perfect solution!

This social emotional learning portfolio is an invaluable resource for teachers, parents, psychologists, counselors or anyone working with young people struggling with managing their anxieties. It covers everything from what anxiety is and how to recognize warning signs, to triggers, questionnaires, and coping strategies so students can learn how to better manage stressful feelings. This robust SEL resource is jam packed with everything needed to tackle anxiety once and for all with a trauma-informed and positive behavioral support approach.

This portfolio is divided into six individual lessons. You can choose to use the lessons in isolation or scaffold them. The six lessons include:

1. All About Anxiety

• What is Anxiety?
• What Does Anxiety Look and Feel Like?
• My Anxiety Checklist
• Anxiety Triggers
• Scale of Worry Poster and Worksheet
• When I Feel Worried Worksheet

2. My Panic Button

• Your Body’s Alarm System
• Anxiety and Stress Continuum
• My Panic Button Questionnaire
• When I Feel Anxious Worksheet
• Anxiety and Panic Attacks
• The Differences and Symptoms
• Anxiety and Your Body
• Helpful Thoughts

3. Calming Strategies

• Calming Strategy Cards and Rating Scales
• Deep Breathing
• 5-4-3-2-1 Grounding Technique
• Asking for Help
• Personal Growth Challenge
• Gratitude
• Exercise and My Weekly Health Plan
• Coping Skills Poster

4. Declutter Your Worries

• What is a Brain Dump?
• What to Do?
• Brain Dump Your Worries
• When Worries Pile Up
• Sorting My Worries
• Dump Your Worries Craft
• Ruminating on Your Worries

5. My Worry Monster

• Physical Symptoms of Anxiety
• Anxiety Triggers
• Getting to Know Your Worry Monster
• Creating Your Worry Monster
• Your Helping Hand
• Reflective Questions
• Building Your Own Worry Monster Templates

6. Choosing to Let Go

• Being the Pilot of Your Worries
• Your Control Tower
• My Worries Airplane Craft
• Take Off! Taking Your Worries Away!
• Emergency Oxygen Mask
• In and Out of Your Worries (Sorting Activity)
• Worry Affirmations

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• Self Esteem and Feelings Workbook
• Emotions & Self Care Workbook
• My Anger Management Workbook

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Looking for an engaging and thought-provoking way to help students understand, manage and cope with anxiety and worry? Look no further – our Anxiety and Stress Counseling Workbook is the perfect solution!

This social emotional learning portfolio is an invaluable resource for teachers, parents, psychologists, counselors or anyone working with young people struggling with managing their anxieties. It covers everything from what anxiety is and how to recognize warning signs, to triggers, questionnaires, and coping strategies so students can learn how to better manage stressful feelings. This robust SEL resource is jam packed with everything needed to tackle anxiety once and for all with a trauma-informed and positive behavioral support approach.

This portfolio is divided into six individual lessons. You can choose to use the lessons in isolation or scaffold them. The six lessons include:

1. All About Anxiety

• What is Anxiety?
• What Does Anxiety Look and Feel Like?
• My Anxiety Checklist
• Anxiety Triggers
• Scale of Worry Poster and Worksheet
• When I Feel Worried Worksheet

2. My Panic Button

• Your Body’s Alarm System
• Anxiety and Stress Continuum
• My Panic Button Questionnaire
• When I Feel Anxious Worksheet
• Anxiety and Panic Attacks
• The Differences and Symptoms
• Anxiety and Your Body
• Helpful Thoughts

3. Calming Strategies

• Calming Strategy Cards and Rating Scales
• Deep Breathing
• 5-4-3-2-1 Grounding Technique
• Asking for Help
• Personal Growth Challenge
• Gratitude
• Exercise and My Weekly Health Plan
• Coping Skills Poster

4. Declutter Your Worries

• What is a Brain Dump?
• What to Do?
• Brain Dump Your Worries
• When Worries Pile Up
• Sorting My Worries
• Dump Your Worries Craft
• Ruminating on Your Worries

5. My Worry Monster

• Physical Symptoms of Anxiety
• Anxiety Triggers
• Getting to Know Your Worry Monster
• Creating Your Worry Monster
• Your Helping Hand
• Reflective Questions
• Building Your Own Worry Monster Templates

6. Choosing to Let Go

• Being the Pilot of Your Worries
• Your Control Tower
• My Worries Airplane Craft
• Take Off! Taking Your Worries Away!
• Emergency Oxygen Mask
• In and Out of Your Worries (Sorting Activity)
• Worry Affirmations

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• Behavior and Feelings Workbook
• Self Esteem and Feelings Workbook
• Emotions & Self Care Workbook
• My Anger Management Workbook

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"Keep Your Cool" is an Anger Management Small Group Counseling Curriculum which is an ASCA-aligned counseling curriculum designed for middle school students aged 11-14. This anger management small group counseling curriculum features engaging and interactive activities to help students manage anger, improve emotional regulation, and enhance interpersonal skills.

"Keep Your Cool" provides a comprehensive approach to emotional well-being. This Anger Management Small Group Counseling Curriculum creates a safe and supportive space for students to explore emotions, learn effective coping strategies, and foster healthier relationships within an interactive and engaging small group format.

This Anger Management Small Group Counseling Curriculum includes:

• Note to Counselors
• Objectives & Goals
• Group Session Overview
• ASCA Mindset and Behavior STANDARDS
• Binder Cover Page & Spine Options
• Teacher Nominations and Follow Up Forms
• Parent/Guardian Letter and Consent Form
• Group Planning Sheet
• Name Tags
• Group Member Reminders
• Group Attendance Record
• Student Pre & Post Outcome Measures
• Teacher Pre & Post Outcome Measures
• Additional Data Collection
• Confidentiality Sign
• Passes - Hall, Class, Counselor, Social Worker & Psychologist
• Student Desk Reminders
• Counselor Chats Handout
• Certificates

Below are the specific details for each individual session which can be used in isolation or as a comprehensive anger management curriculum.

Comprising of EIGHT SESSIONS tailored to address specific aspects of anger-related issues, this program equips students with essential life skills:

1. Session 1: Welcome & Introduction to Anger Management Students are introduced to the group's purpose and the importance of anger management. Expectations for the coming weeks are discussed.
2. Session 2: Recognizing Physical and Emotional Responses This session focuses on identifying the physical and emotional signs of anger in themselves, a crucial step in managing anger effectively.
3. Session 3: Triggers and Warning Signs Students explore various triggers and warning signs that lead to anger, helping them proactively manage their reactions.
4. Session 4: In and Out of My Control The concept of control and responsibility in anger management is explored. Students differentiate between what they can control and what they cannot.
5. Session 5: Problem Solving Effective problem-solving techniques for addressing anger-provoking issues are taught. The session emphasizes the importance of resolving problems constructively.
6. Session 6: Helpful vs Unhelpful Thoughts Students learn to recognize how their thoughts can escalate or defuse anger, distinguishing between helpful and unhelpful thought patterns.
7. Session 7: Coping Skills Participants are introduced to a range of coping skills and strategies for managing anger, teaching practical techniques for staying calm in challenging situations.
8. Session 8: Termination & Review In the final session, students review key concepts and skills acquired throughout the program. They reflect on their progress and set goals for managing anger in the future.

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• Self Esteem and Feelings Workbook
• Emotions & Self Care Workbook
• My Anger Management Workbook

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“Let’s Pause" Impulse Control Curriculum

"Let's Pause" is a comprehensive research based impulse control curriculum designed specifically for middle school students.

This dynamic program is thoughtfully crafted to empower participants with essential skills for managing impulses, making thoughtful choices, and building emotional regulation. "Let's Pause" provides a structured and nurturing curriculum where young learners can explore the world of impulse control through interactive activities and engaging discussions in a small group setting. Comprising of 10 sessions, each session is designed to cater to the unique needs and developmental stages of middle school students:

TEN SESSIONS INCLUDE:

Session 1: Welcome & Introduction to the Group

Session 2: What is Impulse Control?

Session 3: Our Remote Control - Pause/Think/Act

Session 4: Coping Skills and Strategies

Session 5: Perspective Taking

Session 6: Choices and Consequences

Session 7: Conflict Resolution

Session 8: Problem Solving

Session 9: In and Out of Your Control

Session 10: Termination and Review

The "Let's Pause" Impulse Control Curriculum for middle school students is designed to foster self-awareness, promote emotional regulation, and build essential life skills, all while creating a supportive and engaging learning environment.

TEN SESSIONS INCLUDE:

Session 1: Welcome & Introduction to the Group

Session 2: What is Impulse Control?

Session 3: Our Remote Control - Pause/Think/Act

Session 4: Coping Skills and Strategies

Session 5: Perspective Taking

Session 6: Choices and Consequences

Session 7: Conflict Resolution

Session 8: Small, Medium & Big Problems

Session 9: In and Out of Your Control

Session 10: Termination and Review

The "Let's Pause" Impulse Control Curriculum for middle school students is designed to foster self-awareness, promote emotional regulation, and build essential life skills, all while creating a supportive and engaging learning environment.

This Impulse Control "Let's Pause" Small Group Counseling Curriculum includes:

• Note to Counselors
• Objectives & Goals
• Group Session Overview
• ASCA Mindset and Behavior STANDARDS
• Binder Cover Page & Spine Options
• Teacher Nominations and Follow Up Forms
• Parent/Guardian Letter and Consent Form
• Group Planning Sheet
• Name Tags
• Group Member Reminders
• Group Attendance Record
• Student Pre & Post Outcome Measures
• Teacher Pre & Post Outcome Measures
• Additional Data Collection
• Confidentiality Sign
• Passes - Hall, Class, Counselor, Social Worker & Psychologist
• Student Desk Reminders
• Counselor Chats Handout
• Certificates

TEN SESSIONS INCLUDE:

Below are the specific details for each individual session which can be used in isolation or as a comprehensive anger management curriculum.

1.Session 1: Welcome & Introduction to the Group In this session, students are introduced to the purpose of the group, setting the stage for a journey of self-discovery and growth. Expectations for the sessions ahead are discussed, creating a sense of belonging.

2.Session 2: What is Impulse Control? Students delve into the concept of impulse control, understanding why it's important and how it can positively impact their lives. This session lays the groundwork for the entire program.

3.Session 3: Our Remote Control - Pause/Think/Act Through interactive activities, participants learn the power of pausing before reacting impulsively. They explore the metaphor of a remote control for self-control and practice the essential skills of pausing, thinking, and acting mindfully.

4.Session 4: Coping Skills and Strategies Students are introduced to a toolkit of coping skills and strategies that empower them to navigate moments of impulsivity. These practical techniques equip participants to better handle challenging situations.

5.Session 5: Perspective Taking This session helps students develop empathy and perspective-taking abilities. Through activities and discussions, they learn to see situations from different viewpoints, enhancing their interpersonal skills.

6.Session 6: Choices and Consequences Participants explore the connection between choices and consequences, discovering that every action has an outcome. They gain insight into how making thoughtful choices can lead to positive results.

7.Session 7: Conflict Resolution In this interactive session, students learn constructive ways to resolve conflicts and disagreements. They practice communication skills that promote peaceful resolutions.

8.Session 8: Problem Solving Effective problem-solving techniques are introduced, empowering participants to address impulse-provoking issues in a constructive manner. The session emphasizes the importance of finding solutions to problems.

9.Session 9: In and Out of Your Control Students explore the concept of control and responsibility in impulse control. They gain clarity on what they can control versus what is beyond their control, helping them make informed decisions.

10.Session 10: Termination and Review In the final session, students reflect on their journey through the "Let's Pause" curriculum. They review key concepts and skills acquired, celebrating their growth and setting goals for continued impulse control success.

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• CBT Workbook - Thoughts Feelings Behaviors for Teenagers
• Self Esteem and Feelings Workbook
• Emotions & Self Care Workbook
• My Anger Management Workbook

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"Mindfully Me" is a comprehensive and engaging 7-week mindfulness small group counseling curriculum designed for middle school students and is thoughtfully aligned with the American School Counselor Association (ASCA) standards. This Mindfulness small group counseling curriculum focuses on introducing mindfulness techniques and empowering students to enhance their social and emotional well-being. It offers a safe and supportive environment for students to explore their emotions, develop self-awareness, and acquire practical mindfulness skills. This curriculum is full of interactive, hands-on and engaging activities to help reinforce learning.

"Mindfully Me" is designed to empower middle school students with the skills and mindset to navigate the challenges of adolescence with resilience and self-awareness. It encourages the development of lifelong skills for emotional regulation, effective communication, and overall well-being. This mindfulness program aligns seamlessly with ASCA standards, providing a holistic approach to student development.

Program Objectives:

• Foster emotional regulation, self-awareness, and well-being.
• Cultivate mindfulness skills to navigate the challenges of adolescence.
• Promote effective communication, empathy, and self-empowerment.
• Encourage gratitude and the development of a positive mindset.
• Align with ASCA standards for comprehensive student development.

This Curriculum Includes:

• Note to Counselors
• Objectives & Goals
• Group Session Overview
• ASCA Mindset and Behavior STANDARDS
• Binder Cover Page & Spine Options
• Teacher Nominations and Follow Up Forms
• Parent/Guardian Letter and Consent Form
• Group Planning Sheet
• Name Tags
• Group Member Reminders
• Group Attendance Record
• Student Pre & Post Outcome Measures
• Teacher Pre & Post Outcome Measures
• Additional Data Collection
• Confidentiality Sign
• Passes - Hall, Class, Counselor, Social Worker & Psychologist
• Student Desk Reminders
• Counselor Chats Handout
• Certificates

Below are the specific details for each individual session which can be used in isolation or as a comprehensive curriculum.

1. Session 1 - Welcome and Introduction to Mindfulness: This session serves as an orientation where students are introduced to the "Mindfully Me" program. It emphasizes the importance of mindfulness in everyday life, explores the expectations for the group, and establishes a safe and supportive atmosphere.

2. Session 2 - Mindful Moments: In this session, students delve into the concept of mindfulness and practice being fully present in the moment. They engage in mindfulness activities to understand the power of the "here and now."

3. Session 3 - Exploring Feelings: This session guides students to explore their emotions. They learn to identify and understand their feelings and develop strategies for coping with difficult emotions constructively.

4. Session 4 - Mindful Senses: Students explore their five senses and how these senses can be used as anchors for mindfulness. They learn to focus on sensory experiences to stay present and engage in practical sensory activities.

5. Session 5 - Mindful Breathing: Mindful breathing is introduced as a powerful tool for self-regulation. Students practice various breathing techniques to manage stress and enhance emotional control.

6. Session 6 - Gratitude: Gratitude is the focus of this session, encouraging students to cultivate a positive mindset. They explore the concept of gratitude and engage in activities to foster appreciation for the present moment.

7. Session 7 - Termination and Review: The final session serves as an opportunity for students to review their mindfulness journey throughout the program. They reflect on their progress and discuss how they plan to incorporate mindfulness into their daily lives moving forward.

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• Gossiping & Rumors Workbook for Teens 
• CBT Workbook - Thoughts Feelings Behaviors for Teenagers
• Self Esteem and Feelings Workbook
• Emotions & Self Care Workbook
• My Anger Management Workbook

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Empower your students to understand and manage their anxiety with our comprehensive workbook designed for counselors and psychologists. This engaging resource is packed with worksheets, activities, posters, handouts, and more to support students in overcoming anxiety and staying grounded in the present moment. Say goodbye to prep work - this counseling workbook is ready to print and use!

In this anxiety-focused mini-lesson, students will explore various aspects of anxiety and develop effective coping strategies. The workbook covers the following topics:

• All about Emotions: Understanding the role of emotions in our lives.
• All about Anxiety: Discovering facts about anxiety and its impact.
• The Anxiety & Stress Continuum: Exploring the range of anxiety experiences.
• Understanding Anxiety:
  • Identifying the signs and sensations of anxiety.
  • Recognizing physical symptoms associated with anxiety.
  • Exploring the body's fight/flight/freeze response.
• Panic Button Questionnaire: Assessing triggers and responses to anxiety.
• Anxiety & Panic Attacks:
  • Differentiating between anxiety and panic attacks.
  • Understanding common symptoms of panic attacks.
• Scale of Worry:
  • Creating a personalized scale to gauge worry levels.
  • Using a rating worksheet to assess worries.
• Asking for Help: Identifying support needs during anxious moments.
• Calming & Coping Strategies:
• Strategy Cards: Exploring a variety of coping techniques.
• Coping Skills Rating Scales: Evaluating the effectiveness of coping strategies.
• Deep Breathing - Chasing Rainbows: A guided exercise for relaxation.
• Sensory Diffusers & Visualization: Engaging the senses for grounding.
• 5-4-3-2-1 Grounding Technique: A practical tool to stay present.
• Anxiety Worksheet: Promoting self-reflection and insight.
• Release your Worries: Letting go of anxious thoughts.
• Letting Go of my Thoughts: Strategies for managing intrusive thoughts.
• Panic Button Coping Skills Poster: Visual reminders of coping strategies.
• Getting Help: Recognizing the importance of seeking support.
• Personal Growth Challenge: Encouraging personal development.
• 3 Good Things - Practicing Gratitude: Fostering a positive mindset.
• Inspirational Quote Poster: Inspiring motivation and resilience.

Equip your students with practical tools and coping strategies to navigate anxiety. Download our comprehensive "Anxiety Workbook: Coping Strategies for Students" today and create a supportive environment for emotional well-being.

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• My Anger Management Workbook

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Our "Beating My Worries Group " is a comprehensive, engaging, CBT and research-based small group counseling curriculum tailored to middle school students. This Anxiety Management Small group counseling curriculum is thoughtfully aligned with the American School Counselor Association (ASCA) standards.

This enriching program is thoughtfully designed to empower participants with valuable skills for understanding and managing anxiety effectively. The curriculum unfolds over 13 engaging sessions, fostering self-awareness, emotional regulation, and strategies to conquer worries.

In a small group setting, students embark on a journey of exploration and growth, addressing anxiety-related challenges with sensitivity and care. This curriculum is full of interactive, hands-on and engaging activities to help reinforce learning. This program aligns seamlessly with ASCA standards, providing a holistic approach to student development.

THE 13 SESSIONS INCLUDE:

Session 1: Welcome and Introduction to the Group

Session 2: All About Anxiety

Session 3: Anxiety Triggers

Session 4: My Panic Button

Session 5: Worries Brain Dump

Session 6: Cognitive Triangle (Thoughts-Feelings-Actions)

Session 7: The Power of Thoughts

Session 8: What's In and Out of My Control (Locus of Control)

Session 9: Choosing to Let Go

Session 10: Coping Strategies

Session 11: Mindful Moments

Session 12: Stress Management

Session 13: Termination and Review

THIS CURRICULUM INCLUDES:

• Note to Counselors
• Objectives & Goals
• Group Session Overview
• ASCA Mindset and Behavior STANDARDS
• Binder Cover Page & Spine Options
• Teacher Nominations and Follow Up Forms
• Parent/Guardian Letter and Consent Form
• Group Planning Sheet
• Name Tags
• Group Member Reminders
• Group Attendance Record
• Student Pre & Post Outcome Measures
• Teacher Pre & Post Outcome Measures
• Additional Data Collection
• Confidentiality Sign
• Passes - Hall, Class, Counselor, Social Worker & Psychologist
• Student Desk Reminders
• Counselor Chats Handout
• Certificates

Our "Beating My Worries Group" curriculum is dedicated to fostering self-awareness, promoting emotional resilience, and equipping participants with lifelong skills to overcome anxiety. In a nurturing and engaging environment, students embark on a transformative journey toward managing their worries effectively and building emotional well-being.

Below are the specific details for each individual session which can be used in isolation or as a comprehensive curriculum.

• Session 1: Welcome and Introduction to the Group In this session, students are warmly welcomed to the Beating My Worries Group.
• Session 2: All About Anxiety Participants delve into the fundamentals of anxiety, gaining insights into what anxiety is, how it manifests, and its individualized impact.
• Session 3: Anxiety Triggers This session deepens students' understanding of anxiety triggers. Through artistic expression and self-reflection, participants visually identify and express their unique triggers.
• Session 4: My Panic Button The session explores the body's response to anxiety, including the anxiety and stress continuum. Participants differentiate between panic attacks and general anxiety while being introduced to anxiety-affirming techniques.
• Session 5: Worries Brain Dump Students explore the concept of a worries brain dump, create their own brain dump craft, and engage in a visualization exercise to empower themselves to regain control over worries.
• Session 6: Cognitive Triangle (Thoughts-Feelings-Actions) This session delves into the cognitive triangle, illustrating the interplay between thoughts, feelings, and actions in anxiety. Participants gain insights into thought patterns contributing to anxiety.
• Session 7: The Power of Thoughts Students explore negative and unhelpful thought patterns, learning to challenge and reframe them. Hands-on activities reinforce mindful reframing techniques, empowering them to harness the power of thoughts.
• Session 8: What's In and Out of My Control (Locus of Control) Participants gain clarity on the concept of locus of control, distinguishing what is within their control and what lies beyond it in anxiety-provoking situations, fostering a sense of empowerment.
• Session 9: Choosing to Let Go This session encourages students to become pilots of their worries, distinguishing between helpful and unhelpful worries. The concept of emergency oxygen masks is introduced, emphasizing self-care strategies and the significance of letting go.
• Session 10: Coping Strategies Participants explore helpful and unhelpful coping skills for managing stress and challenges. They create personal reference folders for coping strategies and engage in a coping skills relay, enhancing practical skills for stress management.
• Session 11: Mindful Moments Students learn to cultivate mindfulness in the moment and various environments. Mindful breathing techniques and observation exercises are introduced, promoting presence and awareness in daily life.
• Session 12: Stress Management This session addresses stress's impact on mental well-being and emphasizes the importance of self-care for recharging. Participants identify activities that recharge them and discuss self-care strategies to manage anxiety effectively.
• Session 13: Termination and Review The final session provides an opportunity for reflection and review. Key concepts and skills acquired throughout the Beating My Worries Group are revisited and celebrated.

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• CBT Workbook - Thoughts Feelings Behaviors for Teenagers
• Self Esteem and Feelings Workbook
• Emotions & Self Care Workbook
• My Anger Management Workbook

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"Healing Hands - Navigating Grief Together" is a research-based and trauma-sensitive 8-week small group counseling program designed for middle school students. This curriculum is aligned with the American School Counselor Association (ASCA) standards and offers a supportive framework for students to explore, understand, and navigate the complexities of grief. "Healing Hands - Navigating Grief Together" employs interactive, hands-on engaging activities throughout each session, creating a comprehensive and supportive curriculum for middle school students navigating the complexities of grief.

PROGRAM OBJECTIVES:

1. Grief Exploration: Encourage participants to openly explore and understand the dimensions of their grief, fostering self-awareness and emotional insights.
2. Peer Support: Cultivate an environment where participants can share their experiences, providing and receiving support from their peers on a shared journey of healing.
3. Coping Strategies: Equip participants with a toolkit of coping strategies, empowering them to navigate the emotional challenges associated with grief.
4. Memory Celebration: Create opportunities for participants to celebrate positive memories of their loved ones, promoting a sense of connection and remembrance.
5. Resilience Building: Facilitate activities that enhance resilience, helping participants build strength and adaptability in the face of loss and life's challenges.
6. Future-Forward Reflection: Encourage participants to reflect on their journey, fostering a positive outlook and providing tools for moving forward with resilience and hope.

This Grief and Loss Small Group Counseling Curriculum includes:

• Note to Counselors
• Objectives & Goals
• Group Session Overview
• ASCA Mindset and Behavior STANDARDS
• Binder Cover Page & Spine Options
• Teacher Nominations and Follow Up Forms
• Parent/Guardian Letter and Consent Form
• Group Planning Sheet
• Name Tags
• Group Member Reminders
• Group Attendance Record
• Student Pre & Post Outcome Measures
• Teacher Pre & Post Outcome Measures
• Additional Data Collection
• Confidentiality Sign
• Passes - Hall, Class, Counselor, Social Worker & Psychologist
• Student Desk Reminders
• Counselor Chats Handout
• Certificates

Below are the specific details for each individual session which can be used in isolation or as a comprehensive anger management curriculum.

SESSION OVERVIEW

This grief and loss curriculum comprises of EIGHT SESSIONS which include:

1. Welcome and Introduction: In the opening session, students are introduced to the group, fostering trust and setting expectations. Group-building exercises and activities are employed to establish a supportive environment.
2. Exploring Grief: This session delves into the concept of grief and its various manifestations. Through a grief collage reflection, students visually express and share their individual experiences, promoting understanding and empathy.
3. Letter to my Loved One: Participants will have the opportunity to express their emotions and thoughts through letter writing which allows them to process their feelings and find a personalized way to remember and honor the person they have lost.
4. Exploring Emotions: The focus shifts to identifying and managing emotions associated with grief. Engaging in emotion charades and discussion circles, students enhance their emotional literacy and communication skills.
5. Caring for Yourself: Emphasizing the importance of self-care in the grieving process, this session equips students with strategies for emotional well-being. Activities include creating a self-care toolbox and practicing mindfulness exercises.
6. My Grief Suitcase: Students examine their personal coping strategies and resilience, represented symbolically in a "Grief Suitcase." This reflective session promotes self-awareness and understanding of individual coping mechanisms.
7. My Memory Jar: Crafting a Memory Jar becomes a poignant activity to honor positive memories and celebrate the lives of loved ones. Personal reflections are incorporated into this creative and meaningful exercise.
8. Termination and Review: The concluding session focuses on group reflection, expressing gratitude, and discussing future support. Students engage in activities that encourage thoughtful reflection on the group journey, fostering a sense of closure and individual goal-setting.

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• Behavior and Feelings Workbook
• Gossiping & Rumors Workbook for Teens 
• CBT Workbook - Thoughts Feelings Behaviors for Teenagers
• Self Esteem and Feelings Workbook
• Emotions & Self Care Workbook
• My Anger Management Workbook

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Empower your students to understand and manage their anxiety with our comprehensive workbook designed for counselors and psychologists. This engaging resource is packed with worksheets, activities, posters, handouts, and more to support students in overcoming anxiety and staying grounded in the present moment. Say goodbye to prep work - this counseling workbook is ready to print and use!

In this anxiety-focused mini-lesson, students will explore various aspects of anxiety and develop effective coping strategies. The workbook covers the following topics:

• All about Emotions: Understanding the role of emotions in our lives.

• All about Anxiety: Discovering facts about anxiety and its impact.

• The Anxiety & Stress Continuum: Exploring the range of anxiety experiences.

• Understanding Anxiety:

  • Identifying the signs and sensations of anxiety.
  • Recognizing physical symptoms associated with anxiety.
  • Exploring the body's fight/flight/freeze response.

• Panic Button Questionnaire: Assessing triggers and responses to anxiety.

• Anxiety & Panic Attacks:

  • Differentiating between anxiety and panic attacks.
  • Understanding common symptoms of panic attacks.

• Scale of Worry:

  • Creating a personalized scale to gauge worry levels.
  • Using a rating worksheet to assess worries.

• Asking for Help: Identifying support needs during anxious moments.

• Calming & Coping Strategies:

• Strategy Cards: Exploring a variety of coping techniques.

• Coping Skills Rating Scales: Evaluating the effectiveness of coping strategies.

• Deep Breathing - Chasing Rainbows: A guided exercise for relaxation.

• Sensory Diffusers & Visualization: Engaging the senses for grounding.

• 5-4-3-2-1 Grounding Technique: A practical tool to stay present.

• Anxiety Worksheet: Promoting self-reflection and insight.

• Release your Worries: Letting go of anxious thoughts.

• Letting Go of my Thoughts: Strategies for managing intrusive thoughts.

• Panic Button Coping Skills Poster: Visual reminders of coping strategies.

• Getting Help: Recognizing the importance of seeking support.

• Personal Growth Challenge: Encouraging personal development.

• 3 Good Things - Practicing Gratitude: Fostering a positive mindset.

• Inspirational Quote Poster: Inspiring motivation and resilience.

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This workbook is a great tool for helping teenagers identify internalized (depressed, socially withdrawn) or externalized (demonstrating behavioural concerns) anger and provides practical strategies for managing it. With these tools, they’ll build social emotional learning skills that will last a lifetime including how to cultivate strong character, growth mindset, healthy choices, and more.

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• Exploring Dynamics between Thoughts, Feelings, and Behaviours (i.e.: Behaviours can reinforce thoughts, perceptions can create feelings)
• Anxiety Management
• Emotional Regulation
• Mindfulness and Relaxation
• Social Relating
• Dishonesty
• Forgiveness
• Self Life Narrative
• Reflective Practices
• Healthy Choices
• Consequences
• 4 Part Apologies
• Coping and Self-Help Skills
• I Messages
• Support System
• Behaviour Triggers and Coping Skills
• Understanding Your Engine
• Problem Solving
• Isolating and Labeling Behaviors
• Core Values & Beliefs
• Conflict Resolution
• Self Esteem
• Things In Your Control vs. Out of Your Control
• Concurrent Emotions
• Emotional Literacy

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