A comprehensive lesson designed for 7th grade students to identify and shift away from co-dependent 'trauma bonding' behaviors toward healthy, resilient friendship boundaries. It focuses on the 'both can be true' philosophy—acknowledging hard things while maintaining individual emotional ownership.

A comprehensive collection of evidence-based coping strategy handouts for middle schoolers, focusing on the biological and psychological 'why' behind each technique. Designed for 7th-grade boys with a tactical, engineering-inspired 'Survival Guide' aesthetic.

A large-group SEL lesson focused on character, exploring the concept of doing the right thing even when no one is watching through interactive discussions and reflective activities.

A lesson focused on developing emotional intelligence through identifying and practicing various coping strategies and regulation techniques.

A comprehensive lesson exploring the motivations behind academic dishonesty and the long-term impact of cheating on personal integrity and community trust. Students analyze realistic scenarios and build a personal 'blueprint' for ethical decision-making.

A guide for students and staff on how to safely navigate and respond to physical conflicts in a school setting, focusing on de-escalation, safety, and restorative practices.

Students investigate the physical manifestations of low self-esteem and depression. They learn to identify the 'Bio-Feedback Loop' where body language and physical sensations reinforce negative self-perception.

Students conduct movement experiments to see how physical activity impacts their mindset. They observe the difficulty of maintaining a low mood while engaging in high-energy positive actions.

Using complex character scenarios, students apply behavioral activation principles to analyze social-emotional challenges. They diagnose negative feedback loops and prescribe evidence-based action interventions.

Students practice role-playing the transition from recognizing a negative feeling to choosing a positive action. They use 'Joy Menus' to simulate real-world application of emotional regulation strategies.

In this culminating lesson, students create a personal 'Bounce-Back Plan' emergency card. They identify three specific actions they can take when feeling low to build resilience and autonomy.

A nautical-themed lesson focusing on decision-making skills for middle-grade students, introducing the 'Pause, Plot, Pilot' framework to navigate tricky situations and peer pressure.

A lesson focused on teaching students self-regulation techniques through mindful breathing, featuring the infinity loop strategy.

A set of resources designed for a therapeutic program to address class and work avoidance using a witty, nautical winter theme. Focuses on self-regulation, coping skills, and the impact of individual behavior on the school community.

A set of resources designed for a therapeutic program to address class and work avoidance using a witty, nautical winter theme. Focuses on self-regulation, coping skills, and the impact of individual behavior on the school community.

Finalizes the quest by teaching SMART goal setting and reflecting on the skills learned throughout the 6-week program.