Mental Health Support

Synthesizing their learning, students create a 'Break the Glass' emergency plan for days when they feel low or anxious. They select their most effective pleasure and mastery activities and write specific implementation intentions (If I feel X, then I will do Y).

Students review the results of their personal experiments or case study data to identify patterns in how specific activities impact mood. They discuss the variability of results (what works for one person may not work for another) and begin curating their personal 'top hits' for mood improvement.

This lesson introduces the concept of 'acting opposite' to an emotion. Students design a short experiment to test the hypothesis that engaging in a positive activity—even when they don't feel like it—can improve their mood rating on a 1-10 scale. They prepare a data collection sheet for a homework experiment.

Students distinguish between activities that feel good in the moment (Pleasure) and those that make us feel accomplished (Mastery). Through a sorting workshop, they brainstorm examples for both categories, understanding that a balanced diet of experiences includes both fun and achievement.

Students participate in a discussion and mapping activity to visualize the cycle between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. They identify how doing nothing often leads to feeling worse (the downward spiral) and how small actions can reverse this.

Students analyze their tracking data to identify correlations between physical habits and emotional states, culminating in a personalized PLEASE protocol.

Students build realistic sleep and eating routines that fit a busy senior's schedule, identifying and removing environmental barriers to consistency.

Students explore how different types of physical movement specifically target emotional tension and regulate mood, shifting focus from appearance to utility.

Students learn the 'Treat Physical Illness' skill, focusing on early intervention and self-advocacy to prevent physical pain from escalating emotional distress.

Students introduce the PLEASE framework and conduct a baseline audit of their physical health habits to identify hidden drivers of emotional volatility.

Students identify obstacles like the TRAP cycle and develop contingency plans to maintain momentum during low-motivation periods.

Students synthesize their data to create a realistic, scheduled Behavioral Activation plan for the week.

Students identify core personal values and brainstorm specific activities that provide meaning and purpose.

Students audit their current time use, learning to categorize activities by Mastery and Pleasure to assess their 'emotional nutrition.'

Students explore the theoretical framework of Behavioral Activation, identifying the cycle of inactivity and low mood through case studies and diagrams.

This 60-minute lesson helps high school students recognize and manage the 'winter blues' through self-reflection and practical wellness strategies. Students will create a personalized toolkit to maintain emotional balance and energy during the darker months.

A 15-minute individual Tier 3 lesson designed to help high school students identify their unique strengths and connect them to their goals to foster renewed motivation.

An individual Tier 3 lesson for 12th-grade students to identify triggers and develop CBT-based strategies for maintaining mental health progress and preventing relapse.

Inspire students to identify and actively seek out sources of joy in their daily lives, cultivating an optimistic and resilient mindset through interactive activities and reflection.

A 15-minute Tier 3 individual session designed to empower a 17-year-old female by helping her recognize her inherent abilities, celebrate past successes, and articulate future aspirations through guided reflection.

The sequence concludes with students designing a 'Community Care Agreement' to establish norms for mutual support and collective rest in their own communities.

This lesson teaches specific bystander intervention strategies to bridge the gap between noticing distress and connecting a peer to resources.

Students learn to identify subtle behavioral and non-verbal signs of distress in their peers and practice gentle intervention strategies.

A workshop focusing on the listening skills required to support peers, emphasizing validation over immediate problem-solving.

Students define psychological safety and analyze its impact on team performance, using Google's 'Project Aristotle' as a primary case study.

Students create a resilience-based future plan, reframing potential rejections as redirects and developing objective flowcharts for goal-setting.

An analysis of historical figures who used acceptance and attitude-shifting to survive and thrive in extreme circumstances.

Students apply radical acceptance to interpersonal dynamics, learning the distinction between accepting a situation and approving of it.

This lesson explores how 'should' statements create a barrier to problem-solving and how converting them to 'is' statements promotes radical acceptance.

Students analyze the difference between judgmental language and objective facts, practicing how to strip away evaluative adjectives to reduce emotional distress.

Students create adaptive 'Pivot Plans' for their post-graduation lives, practicing the mental flexibility to accept and thrive in alternative life paths.

Exploring how to apply radical acceptance to interpersonal dynamics, focusing on accepting others as they are and maintaining boundaries during life transitions.

An introduction to the DBT skill of 'Turning the Mind', focusing on the active, repeated choice to accept reality during moments of distress.

A role-play simulation where students receive unexpected bad news and practice immediate coping mechanisms to regulate emotions without making the situation worse.

Students analyze 'failure résumés' of successful individuals to distinguish between spiraling and pivoting through the lens of radical acceptance.

A culminating presentation where students share their re-authoring plans and participate in a formal 'definitional ceremony'.

Students learn to draft therapeutic documents, such as letters and certificates, that solidify a client's preferred identity and agency.

An introduction to Outsider Witness practices, focusing on the four-step structure of witnessing to validate preferred identity stories.

Students explore the dual-landscape model, learning to connect specific actions to profound identity conclusions to 'thicken' preferred stories.

Students analyze how 'taken-for-granted' societal truths regarding success and gender impact mental health and support problem narratives.

The final session focuses on long-term maintenance and 'relapse prevention.' Students will create a take-home survival kit and celebrate their growth within the collective.

Students will explore a variety of sensory and cognitive coping strategies. They will evaluate which techniques work best for them and begin building their personal 'Coping Menu'.

This session introduces mindfulness as a tool for presence. Students will practice breathwork and a body scan, discussing how to integrate these small moments into a busy high school schedule.

The first session focuses on establishing the group's foundation, including ethical guidelines, confidentiality, and the basic 'Anchor' grounding technique. Students will identify how anxiety physically manifests in their bodies.

A collection of resources designed to help high-achieving students manage academic anxiety and re-entry stress through mindfulness and grounding.

A comprehensive introduction to the CBT Triangle, focusing on identifying negative thought patterns, understanding the connection between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, and practicing cognitive restructuring.

A comprehensive 60-minute lesson designed for high schoolers to understand the science of stress and practice immediate mindfulness techniques for emotional regulation.

A 1:1 intensive session focused on identifying emotional triggers and applying regulation strategies through a 'system control' lens. Designed specifically for older students to navigate high-stakes social and academic scenarios without feeling patronized.

A 10-minute SEL lesson for high schoolers exploring the neuroscience of self-criticism and transitioning to a self-coaching mindset through a sports-themed lens.

A comprehensive lesson on understanding stress, identifying personal triggers, and developing healthy coping mechanisms for high school students.

A somatic regulation workshop teaching students discreet grounding and breathing techniques to manage test-day physiological anxiety.

A comprehensive lesson designed to help teens understand their emotional triggers, recognize physical warning signs, and build a personalized toolkit of regulation strategies through guided reflection and daily planning.

An exploration of the history, mechanics, and fairness of standardized testing through the lens of a neurodivergent student's experience. This lesson uses a retro-style comic to illustrate the disconnect between traditional testing and real-world intelligence.

A lesson focused on identifying and reframing obsessive thoughts related to the unknown, specifically tailored for high school students using CBT techniques.

The culminating week of the sequence where students finalize, edit, and present their advocacy PSAs to the class or community.

A dedicated production week focused on crafting the physical or digital awards for nominated female educators, emphasizing high-quality citations and intentional design.

A supportive lesson focused on easing school-re-entry anxiety and providing concrete strategies for students transitioning back after a break.

A comprehensive set of tools for teachers to support students experiencing work avoidance or shutting down, focusing on emotional regulation and proactive intervention.

Visual cues and routines to help toddlers understand and follow the steps of using the potty.

A lesson focused on developing core social-emotional skills including effective communication, managing personal overwhelm, and handling frustration in social contexts.

A foundational lesson designed to help students define grief, identify its various causes, and recognize the diverse emotional, physical, and cognitive reactions it can trigger. This lesson builds empathy and emotional literacy through reading and guided discussion.

Students reflect on their archives as part of a 'continuing bond' and develop plans for maintaining digital legacies.

Students assemble their curated artifacts into a multimedia collage, applying technical skills to create a digital tribute.

Students learn how technical choices in editing, like pacing and sound, impact the emotional tone of a story.

Students practice the art of curation, selecting significant digital artifacts to tell a focused narrative of loss or memory.

Students explore the ethical implications of 'digital afterlife' and how online spaces serve as modern memorial grounds.

Students explore instrumental music and ambient soundscapes as tools for mindfulness. They practice active listening to ground themselves and manage stress without the influence of lyrical content.

Applying their knowledge of lyrics, tempo, and the Iso-Principle, students curate personal playlists designed for specific emotional support. They justify their choices based on technical and personal criteria.

This lesson introduces the 'Iso-Principle,' a music therapy technique where music is matched to a current mood and gradually shifted toward a desired state. Students learn to map their own emotional transitions through song sequencing.

Students analyze lyrics across genres to see how artists express grief and loss. They identify common themes and examine how rhythm and rhyme are used to structure complex emotional experiences.

Students investigate the neuroscience of sound, focusing on the amygdala and hippocampus. They explore how auditory stimuli can trigger memories and physical responses, providing a scientific foundation for music's role in emotional regulation.

Students present their tribute designs to a mock city council, explaining the visitor experience and healing potential.

Students create a small-scale model of a memorial, justifying their design choices based on intended emotional impact.

Students brainstorm and develop personal or community-specific symbols that represent memory and legacy.

Students analyze design choices in famous memorials to understand how materials, height, and interactivity evoke emotional responses.

Students research and compare mourning rituals from various cultures and time periods to normalize different ways of expressing grief.

Students design personal rituals for opening and closing their boxes, establishing boundaries and self-care practices for processing grief.

Students practice the art of curation by selecting, creating, and reflecting on the items that will inhabit their memory boxes.

Students use artistic techniques like collage and decoupage to physically build and decorate their memory boxes, engaging in the meditative process of making.

Students move from observation to creation by designing a container meant to house their memories, focusing on symbolic representation and structural planning.

A fast-paced formative assessment game where students identify the four pillars of maturity through real-world scenarios. Includes a visual slide deck, a bank of 60 scenarios for the teacher, and reference cards for students.

A comprehensive 60-minute lesson designed for high schoolers to understand the science of stress and practice immediate mindfulness techniques for emotional regulation.

A 35-minute interactive session exploring the mind-body connection with social media. Students use somatic mapping to identify emotional triggers in their most-used apps and learn strategies for digital safety based on the TCFSH 'DMs to Double Taps' guide.

A visualization and goal-setting lesson designed to help students navigate the final quarter of the school year with intention, focus, and a clear vision of their future selves.

A comprehensive lesson designed to help teens understand their emotional triggers, recognize physical warning signs, and build a personalized toolkit of regulation strategies through guided reflection and daily planning.

The culminating week of the sequence where students finalize, edit, and present their advocacy PSAs to the class or community.

A dedicated production week focused on crafting the physical or digital awards for nominated female educators, emphasizing high-quality citations and intentional design.

A high school workshop that reframes rest as a vital component of productivity and mental health. Students explore the seven types of rest and develop personalized strategies to combat academic burnout.

A 30-minute individual coaching session focused on identifying negative self-talk, practicing cognitive reframing, and building a foundation of self-compassion.

A 1:1 wellbeing lesson designed for the final week of term to celebrate resilience, attendance, and personal growth through a menu of 20 short, engaging activities.

A workbook and tracker focused on building accountability in academic, domestic, and personal spheres for teenage boys. Use scenarios to explore the consequences of choices and a structured tracker to build consistent habits.

A supportive and collaborative workshop designed to help parents understand the impact of chronic attendance and lateness while providing practical tools and a partnership-focused approach to improvement.

A vibrant, interactive lesson focused on boosting positivity through gratitude, appreciation, and sharing joyful memories. Students explore the science of 'glowing' and identify the people and moments that make their lives brighter.

A comprehensive guide to essential adulting skills covering financial literacy, career development, health navigation, and civic responsibilities.

A daily check-in system designed to help students identify their energy levels, emotional states, and regulation needs. Includes a student log and a teacher implementation guide.

This lesson helps 7th-12th graders visualize their social energy as a 'battery' that needs charging. Students will identify social drains and gains, learning to advocate for 'recharge time' to prevent burnout and reactive outbursts.

A collection of tools to help students in residential settings prepare for their school day through social-emotional reflection.

This lesson focuses on the intersection of spring cleaning, mental health, and self-advocacy. Students learn the health benefits of a clean environment, safety protocols for cleaning, and how to effectively communicate their needs to caregivers for support and supplies.

A comprehensive resource kit for the 'Neuro Command Academy' 10-week curriculum, including high-impact TPT product pages and standards-aligned guides.

Focusing on persistence and tracking progress using Scaling and Small Wins. Students will learn how to maintain momentum and identify what helps them keep a "Win Streak" going at school.

A collection of Progressive Muscle Relaxation resources including a quick-reference handout and a diverse library of guided scripts for various contexts.

A lesson on physical and breathing techniques for stress management, designed for individual counseling sessions. It includes an anchor chart for the student and a facilitation guide for the counselor.

The culminating week of the sequence where students finalize, edit, and present their advocacy PSAs to the class or community.

A dedicated production week focused on crafting the physical or digital awards for nominated female educators, emphasizing high-quality citations and intentional design.

A comprehensive set of tools for teachers to support students experiencing work avoidance or shutting down, focusing on emotional regulation and proactive intervention.

Visual cues and routines to help toddlers understand and follow the steps of using the potty.

Using CBT techniques to build a step-by-step exposure plan for returning to school and reframing anxious thoughts.

Introduction to distress tolerance skills like TIPP and ACCEPTS to manage overwhelming emotions in the moment.

Students learn to identify physical sensations of distress and name their emotions to increase self-awareness.

A high school SEL lesson for SPED students focused on emotional regulation through a feelings thermometer and a personalized coping strategy toolkit.

A lesson focused on developing emotional regulation skills and boosting self-esteem, specifically targeting frequent irritability, mood swings, and anger management. Students will learn practical coping strategies and engage in activities to build a positive self-concept.

A set of resources designed for 9th graders to manage anger through a 'Circuit Breaker' framework, featuring a blend of physical and mental coping strategies.

A comprehensive lesson for grades 7-12 on understanding the neuroscience of stress and building a personalized toolkit of evidence-based coping strategies. Students explore the 4 F's of stress responses and practice concrete techniques like box breathing and cognitive reframing.

Focuses on developing practical social skills, effective communication strategies, and mindfulness tools to stay present during social interactions.

Focuses on identifying social fears and creating a 'Bravery Ladder' to gradually face them through planned exposure steps.

A foundational lesson introducing students to the nature of social anxiety, the cycle of avoidance, and initial coping strategies like relaxation and mindfulness.

A 30-minute intensive one-on-one session focused on identifying anger triggers and implementing distress tolerance and emotion regulation skills to prevent escalation.

The introductory lesson for the Brain Boss Module. Students are introduced to the 'Brain Team' concept and learn that they are the 'Boss' who leads their team of mental skills to success.

A 60-minute review lesson where students demonstrate their mastery of all 9 Brain Team members. Includes a station-based 'Brain Gauntlet' review game and a graduation ceremony to celebrate their new executive function skills.

A 60-minute lesson teaching K-2 students how to activate their 'ORGANIZATION' team member, known as 'The Organizer'. Students learn to use 'Mental Cubbies' to keep their desk, belongings, and ideas in the right place.

The culminating week of the sequence where students finalize, edit, and present their advocacy PSAs to the class or community.

A dedicated production week focused on crafting the physical or digital awards for nominated female educators, emphasizing high-quality citations and intentional design.

A workshop for 12th-grade students to process college decisions, build resilience, and develop actionable alternative plans using the 'Life is a Maze' metaphor.

A high-impact workshop for 12th graders to navigate college admissions outcomes, focusing on resilience, detaching self-worth from institutional decisions, and practical 'Plan B' mapping using the 'Life is a Maze' metaphor.

An art therapy session focused on exploring self-identity, navigating emotional transitions, and building distress tolerance through creative expression and mindfulness.

This lesson explores the psychological impact of transitions and teaches students healthy strategies for processing endings and saying goodbye. It covers the emotions of parting, the importance of closure, and practical 'ritual' techniques for moving on.

A social-emotional learning lesson focused on navigating major life transitions like graduation or moving, helping students process goodbyes and embrace new beginnings.

A creative counseling session designed for students who are hesitant to share feelings verbally. This lesson uses a "Hidden Gallery" art activity to explore the difference between public personas and private emotions in a low-pressure, symbolic way.

A supportive small-group session for students to express and process grief through a creative art activity and guided discussion.

Creating meaningful ways to honor the person who died and maintaining their legacy.

Identifying personal growth, strengths, and finding meaning in the journey toward healing.

Developing self-advocacy and communication skills to share needs with friends, family, and teachers.

Exploring secondary losses and the 'ripples' of grief that affect daily life, routines, and relationships.

A focused session for a small group of students to process changes in school staffing, exploring their feelings and developing coping strategies for transitions.

A gentle and supportive activity focused on sharing cherished memories of loved ones through creative story starters and guided discussion.

An adaptable counseling session focused on understanding the complex emotions of grief and change, featuring feelings mapping and coping strategy development for K-12 students.

Analyzes the correlation between emotional regulation and school engagement, helping students develop strategies for consistent attendance through intentional action.

Identifies personal attributes and internal strengths, translating them into symbolic visual representations that reinforce positive self-identity.