Mental Health Support

A 25-minute workshop for 7th-grade girls focused on recognizing how emotions manifest physically in the body. Includes a mapping activity, interactive emotion cards, and a reflection guide.

A session dedicated to identifying who in a student's life is safe to talk to and how to prepare for more difficult conversations with family.

A session focused on the 'other half' of communication—how to listen with empathy when someone else is being vulnerable, and how to feel heard.

An introductory small-group session for two students focused on identifying the gap between internal feelings and external expressions, and building the initial courage to share.

A collection of intake and referral forms for school counseling programs, focused on building a holistic understanding of a student's social-emotional needs through student, teacher, and parent perspectives.

Students identify and reframe 8 common cognitive distortions using an Uno-inspired framework. This lesson combines social-emotional learning with academic growth mindset strategies through interactive slides, a custom card game, and reflective practice.

The introductory materials for the Brain Glitch Defense curriculum, including the facilitator guide, roadmap, and core objectives.

The core lesson of the Brain Glitch series, introducing cognitive distortions as 'system glitches' and using a cooperative board game to teach students how to identify and debug them.

The final curriculum review and introduction to Core Beliefs. Students synthesize their learning to create a 'Master Patch'—a set of balanced core beliefs for long-term mental resilience.

Addresses 'Emotional Reasoning' and 'Labeling'. Students learn to identify when their emotions are overwriting logic and how to strip away harmful labels from their self-identity.

Targets 'Catastrophizing' and 'Fortune Telling'. Students learn to stop the 'what if' spiral by assessing actual probabilities and creating contingency plans.

Explores 'Mind Reading' and 'Personalization'. Students act as signal decoders to separate actual social cues from glitched assumptions about what others are thinking.

Focuses on 'All-or-Nothing' thinking and 'Mental Filtering'. Students learn to identify binary thinking patterns and practice finding the 'gray area' between extremes.

Effective communication techniques for resolving disagreements with friends and family. Students practice "I" statements and active listening to build stronger relationships.

Strategies for sharpening mental clarity and managing distractions. Students experiment with different focus hacks and brain breaks to find what helps them stay on task.

Tools for identifying and navigating intense emotions like overwhelm and sadness. Students learn grounding techniques and emotional literacy to find their calm in the middle of a storm.

Consolidates learning into a long-term wellness plan and sets small, achievable goals for personal growth and independence.

Focuses on challenging negative self-talk and building a supportive inner voice to combat feelings of unworthiness.

Teaches the importance of personal space, emotional boundaries, and how to communicate needs respectfully but firmly.

Explores the mother-daughter relationship through a lens of 'needs and gaps', helping the teen understand what she needs and how to seek it elsewhere if necessary.

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 develop 'If-Then' contingency plans to overcome barriers and reflect on acting according to a plan versus a feeling.

Students draft a realistic weekend schedule using graded task assignments to break down overwhelming goals.

Students distinguish between 'Pleasure' and 'Mastery' activities and brainstorm a personal inventory for mood-boosting.

In this workshop, students track their current activities to identify baseline patterns using a retroactive 'Mood Map'.

Students investigate the 'lethargy cycle' versus the 'activation cycle' and map how behavior influences emotions through case studies.

This lesson helps 7th graders recognize and actively combat the 'winter blues,' fostering positive coping strategies for seasonal dips in mood and energy. Students explore the connection between light, activity, and mood while developing a personalized toolkit of self-care techniques.

A 50-minute lesson for 7th graders focused on recognizing 'winter blues' and building a personalized toolkit of healthy coping strategies to maintain mental well-being during colder months.

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 30-minute Tier 3 individual lesson for 7th graders to track daily mood fluctuations, identify emotional triggers, and develop self-regulation strategies using a mood mapping technique.

A 45-minute social-emotional learning lesson for middle schoolers focused on cultivating gratitude, identifying positive aspects of life, and expressing appreciation to others.

This lesson cultivates an attitude of gratitude and appreciation among middle school students through reflective journaling and creative expression. Students will identify positive aspects of their lives and contribute to a collective 'Gratitude Garden' display to strengthen community bonds.

A 15-minute Tier 3 session where school leaders learn to identify and address individual student mental health needs using evidence-based tools and action planning.

A 40-minute Tier 2 group session for middle schoolers to explore the link between internal moods and external behaviors, focusing on self-regulation and coping strategies.

The introductory session where students learn the definition of coping skills, establish group norms, and identify personal strategies for staying calm.

A 20-minute Tier 1 lesson for 7th graders focused on tracking emotions, identifying mood patterns, and setting actionable wellness goals. Students engage with a tutorial, complete a mood survey, and participate in a goal-setting workshop.

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 write artist statements and participate in a silent gallery walk to share and witness each other's emotional journeys.

Students synthesize their skills to create a mixed-media piece that represents their personal journey through a difficult transition or loss.

Students brainstorm and sketch personal symbols that represent memories and feelings, bridging the gap between abstract emotion and concrete imagery.

This lesson focuses on the physical act of drawing and how different line qualities can release tension and map emotional energy.

Students explore how different colors evoke specific emotional responses through art analysis and create a personal emotional color wheel to establish a non-verbal vocabulary.

Students synthesize their work into a narrative of resilience, focusing on their growth and future. The lesson ends with a 'future casting' postcard exercise to acknowledge their capacity for healing.

Learners study the epistolary format and write unsent letters to people or places they have lost. This exercise provides a safe container for saying the 'unsaid' and finding emotional closure.

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 investigate the use of figurative language to describe the intangible nature of grief. They move from matching visual imagery to emotions to constructing their own extended metaphors for personal loss.

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

By redacting existing text to reveal hidden poems, students find words for complex emotions without the pressure of starting from scratch. This lesson focuses on creative reduction and identifying resonance in external narratives.

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

Students explore stream-of-consciousness journaling as a method for 'emotional dumping' and raw self-expression. Through timed 'brain dump' exercises, they learn to bypass their inner critics and access their authentic feelings.

Students explore how humans use objects to store memories across cultures and time, practicing the skill of identifying emotional value in physical items.

Students present their curated playlists or soundscapes, explaining the rationale behind their choices and discussing how music serves as a tool for memory and future coping.

Students use digital tools or found sounds to create an ambient soundscape designed for meditation or safe retreat, focusing on mood design and layered auditory environments.

Students learn the music therapy concept of the 'Iso-Principle,' building a 'Grief to Resilience' playlist that acknowledges sadness initially but transitions to more uplifting or grounding tracks.

The class deconstructs lyrics from songs dealing with grief across different genres. Students identify lines that articulate feelings they recognize, validating their own experiences through shared cultural art.

Students synthesize their learning by creating a personal coping plan and reflecting on their growth throughout the group.

Introduces physical and environmental coping strategies, including deep breathing, grounding techniques, and healthy lifestyle habits.

Focuses on the connection between thoughts and feelings, teaching students how to challenge negative self-talk and reframe stressful situations.

Students will define stress, identify their personal 'stress triggers', and learn how their bodies react to pressure.

Final reflection, celebration of growth, and planning for the journey ahead.

Reviewing various coping skills and creating a personalized 'Survival Kit' for future use.

Focusing on the power of breath and mindfulness as internal tools for regulation.

Identifying cognitive distortions or 'tricky trails' and learning to reframe thoughts using a 'Thought Compass'.

Understanding the physical 'alarm system' of the body and learning grounding techniques to stay present during 'storms'.

Introduction to the group, establishing norms, and identifying individual stress triggers using the 'Stress Landscape' metaphor.

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

The final three weeks focus on making amends, setting future goals, and celebrating the progress made throughout the Social Detective program.

Weeks 7-9 address physical aggression, understanding consequences, and deep-diving into reading social clues to build empathy.

Weeks 4-6 of the intervention, focusing on practical impulse control strategies like the 'Pause Button' and addressing specific behaviors like lying and respecting property.

The first three weeks focus on building high-level self-awareness and understanding the core concepts of social perspective-taking and physiological self-monitoring.

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 social-emotional lesson focused on identifying internal signals of anxiety and selecting appropriate self-regulation tools. Students will learn to recognize 'glitches' in their system and deploy 'countermeasures' to stay on track.

A lesson designed for middle school students to identify emotional states and deploy self-initiated regulation strategies using a modern 'system dashboard' metaphor.

A comprehensive 40-minute lesson designed to help middle schoolers recognize test anxiety and build a toolkit of cognitive, physical, and mindfulness-based coping strategies.

A supportive lesson designed for a 6th-grade student to navigate grief, identify complex emotions using a feeling wheel, and master 'I Feel' statements to improve communication with family.

A specialized individual counseling lesson designed for teenage boys, framing self-care and positive self-talk as 'system optimization' for peak performance in digital and physical life.

Final reflection, celebration of growth, and planning for the journey ahead.

Reviewing various coping skills and creating a personalized 'Survival Kit' for future use.

Focusing on the power of breath and mindfulness as internal tools for regulation.

Identifying cognitive distortions or 'tricky trails' and learning to reframe thoughts using a 'Thought Compass'.

Understanding the physical 'alarm system' of the body and learning grounding techniques to stay present during 'storms'.

Introduction to the group, establishing norms, and identifying individual stress triggers using the 'Stress Landscape' metaphor.

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 fast-paced formative assessment game where students identify the four pillars of maturity (Emotional, Social, Intellectual, and Physical) through real-world scenarios. Includes a visual slide deck, a bank of 40+ scenarios for the teacher, and reference cards for students.

A comprehensive 40-minute lesson designed to help middle schoolers recognize test anxiety and build a toolkit of cognitive, physical, and mindfulness-based coping strategies.

A supportive lesson designed for a 6th-grade student to navigate grief, identify complex emotions using a feeling wheel, and master 'I Feel' statements to improve communication with family.

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.

This lesson prepares students in grades 3-8 for high-stakes testing through physical readiness, morning routines, and mental performance strategies.

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 final session reviews key takeaways, celebrates progress, and includes the 'Mission Accomplished' post-assessment to measure growth in attitudes toward attendance.

Students connect their daily presence in school to their long-term 'Galaxy Goals' and future career aspirations, understanding that every day in school is a step toward their dreams.

Focuses on building 'System Checks' through morning and evening routines. Students design their own 'Routine Radar' to ensure a smooth launch every school day.

Students identify personal 'asteroids' (barriers) that prevent them from getting to school consistently and develop creative strategies to navigate around them.

In this introductory session, students explore the direct link between attendance and school success. They complete their initial 'Launch Log' pre-assessment and map out their current feelings about school.

A specialized individual counseling lesson designed for teenage boys, framing self-care and positive self-talk as 'system optimization' for peak performance in digital and physical life.

Students synthesize their learning by creating a personal coping plan and reflecting on their growth throughout the group.

Introduces physical and environmental coping strategies, including deep breathing, grounding techniques, and healthy lifestyle habits.

Focuses on the connection between thoughts and feelings, teaching students how to challenge negative self-talk and reframe stressful situations.

Students will define stress, identify their personal 'stress triggers', and learn how their bodies react to pressure.

A 15-minute lesson exploring the pitfalls of 'downward social comparison' and how to build authentic self-esteem without diminishing others. Students will learn that true confidence comes from personal growth rather than putting others down.

A social-emotional learning lesson designed for students with trauma backgrounds and impulse control challenges. It focuses on 'Scene Scanning'—assuming positive intent and dissecting social interactions through a detective-style lens to improve perspective-taking and reduce reactivity.

Final reflection, celebration of growth, and planning for the journey ahead.

Reviewing various coping skills and creating a personalized 'Survival Kit' for future use.

Focusing on the power of breath and mindfulness as internal tools for regulation.

Identifying cognitive distortions or 'tricky trails' and learning to reframe thoughts using a 'Thought Compass'.

Understanding the physical 'alarm system' of the body and learning grounding techniques to stay present during 'storms'.

Introduction to the group, establishing norms, and identifying individual stress triggers using the 'Stress Landscape' metaphor.

This lesson focuses on identifying internal emotional states and using visual check-ins to monitor stress levels before they lead to disruptions.

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

The final three weeks focus on making amends, setting future goals, and celebrating the progress made throughout the Social Detective program.

Weeks 7-9 address physical aggression, understanding consequences, and deep-diving into reading social clues to build empathy.

Weeks 4-6 of the intervention, focusing on practical impulse control strategies like the 'Pause Button' and addressing specific behaviors like lying and respecting property.

The first three weeks focus on building high-level self-awareness and understanding the core concepts of social perspective-taking and physiological self-monitoring.

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.

Students create a personalized toolkit of sensory strategies and reminders to support radical acceptance in their daily lives.

Students practice observing thoughts as external objects (like clouds) to create distance and reduce impulsive reactions to internal distress.

Using the wave metaphor, students learn that emotions are temporary and practice 'surfing' through distress rather than fighting it.

Students learn and practice specific DBT-based somatic skills—Willing Hands and Half-Smile—to communicate safety to the brain and facilitate acceptance.

Students identify physical signs of resistance in their bodies when facing difficult emotions and practice a guided body scan to build interoception.

Final sessions addressing resilience, habit-forming self-kindness, collective empowerment, and digital self-love.

Intermediate sessions focusing on uniqueness, self-kindness, setting boundaries, the art of compliments, and visualizing a confident future.

Introductory sessions covering initial reflections, media decoding, body stories, the inner voice, and building a self-esteem toolbox.

A lesson for middle schoolers to learn the 5-4-3-2-1 grounding technique as a practical tool for managing the emotional overwhelm often associated with grief.

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.

Exploring and practicing practical coping strategies and self-care techniques to manage stress and difficult emotions.

Identifying and expressing complex emotions related to parental incarceration through guided discussion and somatic mapping.

Establishing a safe, supportive environment by building rapport, setting clear expectations, and co-creating group norms.

Students write artist statements and participate in a silent gallery walk to share and witness each other's emotional journeys.

Students synthesize their skills to create a mixed-media piece that represents their personal journey through a difficult transition or loss.

Students brainstorm and sketch personal symbols that represent memories and feelings, bridging the gap between abstract emotion and concrete imagery.

This lesson focuses on the physical act of drawing and how different line qualities can release tension and map emotional energy.