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' … [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 … [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 … [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...]

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 … [Read more...]

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 … [Read more...]