School Counselor Self-Care: 5 Essential Ways to Renew Your Energy and Avoid Burnout
As elementary school counselors, we spend our days helping students navigate challenges, build resilience, manage emotions, and develop the skills […]
Emotional Regulation & Mindfulness
Anxiety, stress management, deep breathing, mandalas, feelings
Caring for the Caregiver: Self-Care Strategies for Counselors During Stressful Times
As an elementary school counselor, you are a beacon of stability for your students, especially during times of crisis. Whether
Anger Has a Message: Learning to Listen
Why is it that some kids just seem angry all the time? And what is the best way to handle
Anger: Let It Go or Problem Solve?
In a previous post, I discussed anger and how it interacts with the brain. If kids are not tuned in
Box Breathing for Kids: A Stress-Relief Strategy Every Elementary School Counselor Should Use
Box breathing—also known as square breathing—is a simple, structured deep breathing technique designed to calm the nervous system and improve
From Big Feelings to Healthy Choices: Guiding Students Through Emotions
Body Language and Feelings A standard lesson that I taught every year as an elementary school counselor was recognizing feelings.
Calm in the Chaos: Strategies for Supporting an Upset Student
Whether it’s a playground conflict, academic frustration, or something happening at home, elementary students can get upset for many reasons—and
When Good Isn’t Good Enough: Supporting the Perfectionistic Child
Do you know a child who is a perfectionist? Do they put more pressure on themselves to succeed than you
Words Matter: What Not to Say to an Anxious Child
Before Covid-19, anxiety was on the rise, however, the pandemic has made for a significant increase. Currently, one in four
One Counselor, Many Hats: Navigating Solo Counseling in Elementary Schools
It’s tough being the only counselor in a school. There can be lots of issues. It’s hard to take a