Crisis Support & Safety

A graduate-level training sequence on facilitating peer support systems to mitigate stress and anxiety. Students learn the science of social support, micro-skills for active listening, boundary setting to prevent burnout, and group facilitation techniques to create sustainable communities of care.

A comprehensive sequence for undergraduate students exploring the social psychology of stress and the practical skills needed to build resilient peer support networks. Students move from theoretical understanding to practical facilitation and community planning.

A Kindergarten sequence focused on making digital footprints concrete through physical analogies, promoting online kindness, and establishing safety protocols for young internet users.

A 5-lesson workshop-style sequence for 9th-grade students on recognizing escalation warning signs and applying de-escalation strategies. Students learn situational assessment, verbal techniques, non-verbal communication, and active listening through simulations and mastery-based role-plays.

This sequence explores the psychology of group dynamics and community care. Students learn to recognize burnout, offer effective support, and advocate for cultures where requesting breaks is normalized and valued.

A comprehensive sequence for undergraduate students focusing on executive function and proactive support-seeking. Students move from data-driven self-analysis of energy rhythms to the creation of a long-term 'Semester Sustainability Plan' that treats mental health and support as logistical necessities.

A comprehensive sequence for 10th-grade students focusing on the financial realities of student loan repayment, the impact of debt-to-income ratios, and evaluating the long-term ROI of post-secondary education choices. Students progress from basic math to strategic advisory, culminating in a complex case study analysis.

This sequence helps 8th-grade students distinguish between temporary sadness and clinical depression by analyzing behavioral, physical, and emotional indicators. It culminates in learning the ACT (Acknowledge, Care, Tell) strategy for seeking help from trusted adults.

This sequence teaches 4th-grade students how to identify and access external mental health resources and emergency protocols. It covers trusted community adults, the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, emergency communication skills, and distinguishing between types of crises, culminating in a personal safety plan.

A project-based unit for 4th graders focused on overcoming barriers to seeking mental health support, mastering assertive communication, and advocating for resources through a school-wide informational campaign.

A comprehensive sequence for 4th-grade students to identify, understand, and utilize school-based mental health resources. Students will learn about the roles of school staff, the concept of confidentiality, how to request help, and how to recognize when they need support.

A 5-lesson sequence designed for 5th-grade students to learn how to recognize signs of distress in peers, understand the ethical boundaries of friendship secrets, practice active listening, and safely connect friends to trusted adults through 'warm handoffs.' Students conclude by creating a school-wide advocacy campaign to promote mental health resources.

This sequence introduces 5th-grade students to community mental health resources, crisis hotlines like 988, and the different types of professionals available for support. Students learn to distinguish between emergency and non-emergency needs and practice navigating barriers to care.

This sequence helps 5th-grade students build a personal support system by identifying trusted adults, understanding the school counselor's role, and learning how to articulate a need for help. Through interactive mapping and role-play, students gain the confidence and tools to access mental health resources.

This sequence helps 3rd-grade students build a foundation for mental health awareness by identifying personal support networks, understanding the role of school counselors, and practicing communication skills for asking for help. Students learn to distinguish between small problems and big challenges while creating a concrete safety plan for emotional well-being.

A comprehensive 5-lesson sequence for 11th-grade students focusing on mindfulness, distress tolerance, and radical acceptance. Students move from basic observational skills to creating a personalized 'Personal Crisis Manual' for emotional regulation.

A graduate-level clinical workshop sequence focused on mastering Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) distress tolerance skills. Students move from theory to practical application, learning to coach clients through crisis survival using TIPP, ACCEPTS, IMPROVE, and Self-Soothing techniques.

A comprehensive unit for 2nd-grade students to recognize emotional escalation and apply appropriate grounding strategies. Through storytelling, mapping, and simulation, students build self-awareness and co-regulation skills to navigate crisis moments effectively.

A comprehensive sequence for 6th-grade students on the A.C.T. (Acknowledge, Care, Tell) intervention model for suicide prevention. Students learn to identify warning signs, communicate empathy, and connect peers to trusted adults.

This sequence guides 4th-grade students through self-monitoring and proactive safety planning. Students learn to recognize physical stress signals, identify coping strategies, build a support network of trusted adults, and practice assertive communication, culminating in a personalized safety plan.

A comprehensive suite of school counseling resources designed to streamline student intake, track social-emotional progress, and facilitate communication between counselors, teachers, and families.

A social-emotional learning unit for 2nd graders focused on identifying problem sizes (Tiny, Small, Medium, Big, Huge) and matching reactions to those problems. Students act as 'Problem Scientists' in a lab setting to analyze and solve various social and personal challenges.

A comprehensive DBT skills training sequence for elementary schools, split into K-2 and 3-5 curricula. This program covers Mindfulness, Distress Tolerance, Emotion Regulation, and Interpersonal Effectiveness using age-appropriate activities and narratives.

A 12-lesson social-emotional learning unit designed to help students identify, implement, and reflect on conflict resolution strategies. Each lesson provides specific opportunities for data collection against IEP goals.

A multi-lesson unit designed to build mental health literacy, identify internal system alerts (Anxiety, Depression, Anger), and develop a sustainable toolkit of coping strategies. Students explore the 'Wellness Spectrum', 'Neuroplasticity', and the deceptive nature of 'System Bypasses' like substances.

A comprehensive toolkit for school and adjunct counselors focusing on crisis intervention, social-emotional frameworks, and student wellbeing strategies.

A sequence of resources and guides designed to help families build resilience and emotional safety after experiencing environmental adversity or community instability.

A tiered social-emotional learning sequence that uses the 'Stoplight Boundaries' theme to teach students from PreK through 5th grade how to identify, communicate, and respect personal and digital boundaries.

A comprehensive digital toolkit designed for individuals transitioning from inpatient care back to community life, focusing on essential recovery apps, mental health tracking, and digital support systems.

A training program for high school students to become effective mental health ambassadors, focusing on peer support boundaries, stigma reduction, and school-wide wellness initiatives.

Una serie de actividades independientes diseñadas para una estudiante de 11 años que trabaja en la terapia de exposición para permitir que las personas se acerquen a ella. Los materiales están en español y se centran en la autorreflexión, el desafío de pensamientos y la creación de una jerarquía de exposición.

A comprehensive workshop sequence designed for parents and caregivers to understand and manage stress, identify stress signals in children, and implement practical coping strategies at home.

A comprehensive therapeutic sequence designed to guide clinicians and clients through the complexities of grief, focusing on assessment, psychoeducation, and age-appropriate coping strategies.

A 6-week small group program for middle schoolers that uses a detective and scientist theme to teach anxiety management, cognitive reframing, and coping skills.

A 6-week small group curriculum for middle schoolers to investigate and manage anxiety through the 'Worry Detectives' lens, covering body clues, triggers, stealth calm techniques, and truth-checking.

A comprehensive 8-week curriculum for high school senior girls transitioning to college. The program combines group counseling techniques with hands-on arts and crafts to address stress management, resource-seeking, and the emotional complexity of adulthood.

A tiered intervention series for school counselors to address bullying behaviors across different developmental stages, from foundational safety to complex social dynamics.

A ten-week small group curriculum for adolescents navigating grief, focusing on coping skills, narrative processing, identity, and moving forward through journaling, art, and discussion.

A 6-week social-emotional learning program designed for Pre-K students to develop self-advocacy, boundary-setting, and effective communication skills using a 'Super Hero' theme.

A comprehensive 8-session school counseling group program designed for students struggling with anxiety and depression. It uses a weather metaphor to help students identify, understand, and manage their internal emotional states through CBT, mindfulness, and social-emotional learning.

A comprehensive suite of school counseling resources designed to streamline student intake, track social-emotional progress, and facilitate communication between counselors, teachers, and families.

A comprehensive toolkit for school and adjunct counselors focusing on crisis intervention, social-emotional frameworks, and student wellbeing strategies.

A training program for high school students to become effective mental health ambassadors, focusing on peer support boundaries, stigma reduction, and school-wide wellness initiatives.

A tiered intervention series for school counselors to address bullying behaviors across different developmental stages, from foundational safety to complex social dynamics.

A 6-week social-emotional learning program designed for Pre-K students to develop self-advocacy, boundary-setting, and effective communication skills using a 'Super Hero' theme.

A parent-focused sequence designed to help caregivers differentiate between normal adolescent moodiness and clinical depressive disorders, providing tools for identification and pathways to support.

A comprehensive suite of professional resources for social work students and practitioners, covering ethical decision-making, crisis management, grant acquisition, trauma-informed practices, and community evaluation.

A professional development sequence for elementary school staff to identify and respond to student stress reactions. This sequence includes a 15-minute briefing and high-utility reference materials.

This sequence trains undergraduate students in behavioral health and education to identify the early warning signs of crisis. Students move from establishing behavioral baselines to analyzing motor, verbal, and passive indicators of escalation through case studies and clinical observation.

A high-intensity, simulation-based training sequence for graduate students to master real-time identification of behavioral escalation cues. Students move from identifying subtle micro-behaviors to managing their own physiological responses during high-fidelity crisis simulations.

A high-intensity simulation-based unit for 12th graders focusing on situational awareness and the early detection of behavioral escalation in dynamic environments. Students take on the role of behavioral analysts to identify subtle cues before they lead to crisis.

A comprehensive 5-lesson unit for 12th-grade students on identifying behavioral baselines and recognizing early warning signs of emotional escalation through analytical observation of verbal, para-verbal, and non-verbal cues.

A 5-lesson workshop-style sequence for 9th-grade students on recognizing escalation warning signs and applying de-escalation strategies. Students learn situational assessment, verbal techniques, non-verbal communication, and active listening through simulations and mastery-based role-plays.

A 5-lesson sequence for 9th-grade students focused on developing social awareness and safety by identifying peer behavioral shifts and escalation warning signs through objective observation and non-verbal analysis.

A comprehensive 5-lesson unit on the Crisis Cycle, focusing on identifying triggers, escalation stages, and intervention points through a technical mapping and simulation lens. Students move from theoretical understanding to retroactive detective work to understand behavioral patterns.

This sequence guides students through identifying physiological and behavioral warning signs of distress, focusing on establishing baselines, mapping internal stress responses, and analyzing external kinetic and vocal shifts to prevent crisis.

This sequence helps 8th-grade students distinguish between temporary sadness and clinical depression by analyzing behavioral, physical, and emotional indicators. It culminates in learning the ACT (Acknowledge, Care, Tell) strategy for seeking help from trusted adults.

This sequence prepares undergraduate students to facilitate peer-led mental health support groups. It covers ethical boundaries, group safety, advanced communication skills, crisis protocols, and concludes with a practical facilitation session.

A comprehensive sequence for 6th-grade students on the A.C.T. (Acknowledge, Care, Tell) intervention model for suicide prevention. Students learn to identify warning signs, communicate empathy, and connect peers to trusted adults.

An inquiry-based sequence for 8th graders focusing on identifying situational triggers for mental health crises and building resilience through healthy coping strategies and protective factors.

A comprehensive digital toolkit designed for individuals transitioning from inpatient care back to community life, focusing on essential recovery apps, mental health tracking, and digital support systems.

A comprehensive workshop sequence designed for parents and caregivers to understand and manage stress, identify stress signals in children, and implement practical coping strategies at home.

A comprehensive K-12 anti-bullying and inclusion program designed for school support teams to build safer, more empathetic school environments aligned with Utah state safety standards.

A parent-focused sequence designed to help caregivers differentiate between normal adolescent moodiness and clinical depressive disorders, providing tools for identification and pathways to support.

A mental health awareness sequence for middle school students focusing on the importance of early treatment, normalization of seeking help, and building a personal wellness toolkit.

A social-emotional learning unit focused on building self-esteem, identifying personal strengths, and developing strategies to combat bullying and negative self-talk.

A workshop series designed for parents to understand the intersection of high academic achievement and mental health, focusing on identifying high-functioning anxiety and fostering healthy communication.

A comprehensive support program for middle school students focused on navigating depressive moods, building coping skills, and fostering resilience.

A comprehensive sequence for undergraduate students focusing on executive function and proactive support-seeking. Students move from data-driven self-analysis of energy rhythms to the creation of a long-term 'Semester Sustainability Plan' that treats mental health and support as logistical necessities.

This sequence teaches 4th-grade students how to identify and access external mental health resources and emergency protocols. It covers trusted community adults, the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, emergency communication skills, and distinguishing between types of crises, culminating in a personal safety plan.

A project-based unit for 4th graders focused on overcoming barriers to seeking mental health support, mastering assertive communication, and advocating for resources through a school-wide informational campaign.

This sequence introduces 5th-grade students to community mental health resources, crisis hotlines like 988, and the different types of professionals available for support. Students learn to distinguish between emergency and non-emergency needs and practice navigating barriers to care.

A comprehensive 5-lesson sequence for 8th-grade students on identifying suicide warning signs and seeking help using the ACT (Acknowledge, Care, Tell) model. Students progress from distinguishing stress from crisis to mapping out their personal support systems.

This sequence demystifies the operational side of crisis hotlines, focusing on technical and legal procedures. Students explore the 988 system, confidentiality laws, and triage protocols to understand how help is delivered and privacy is protected.

This skill-building sequence focuses on communication strategies for seeking crisis support, moving beyond just knowing phone numbers to practicing the specific scripts and techniques needed to facilitate help for oneself or others. Students learn to articulate urgent needs, overcome physiological stress responses, perform 'warm handoffs' as bystanders, and navigate the follow-up steps after a crisis call.

A graduate-level exploration of the ethical and legal complexities surrounding the use of crisis hotlines in clinical practice, focusing on HIPAA, state-specific mandates, and the balance between client autonomy and the duty to protect.

This graduate-level sequence prepares clinical students to effectively triage crises and manage hotline referrals. It covers lethality assessment, the technical mechanics of warm handoffs, involuntary intervention protocols, risk management documentation, and post-crisis therapeutic repair.

This sequence demystifies the operational side of crisis hotlines, focusing on triage, confidentiality, and the technical workflow of help-seeking. Students will learn how risk is assessed and how privacy is maintained, reducing anxiety about reaching out for support.

A comprehensive training sequence for undergraduate students to become effective mental health gatekeepers, focusing on identifying crisis signs, direct intervention, and referral pathways.

A project-based unit where 6th-grade students explore school, community, and national mental health resources. Students learn to navigate help-seeking pathways and conclude by creating resource materials for their school community.

A comprehensive lesson sequence teaching students how to support their friends during conflicts without escalating the situation. Focuses on discernment, safety, and calm intervention strategies.

A training program for high school students to become effective mental health ambassadors, focusing on peer support boundaries, stigma reduction, and school-wide wellness initiatives.

A comprehensive K-12 anti-bullying and inclusion program designed for school support teams to build safer, more empathetic school environments aligned with Utah state safety standards.

A series of three 10-minute lessons for preschool and kindergarten students on how to identify and respond to unkind behavior and bullying using simple, empowering strategies.

A graduate-level training sequence on facilitating peer support systems to mitigate stress and anxiety. Students learn the science of social support, micro-skills for active listening, boundary setting to prevent burnout, and group facilitation techniques to create sustainable communities of care.

A comprehensive sequence for undergraduate students exploring the social psychology of stress and the practical skills needed to build resilient peer support networks. Students move from theoretical understanding to practical facilitation and community planning.

A 5-lesson workshop-style sequence for 9th-grade students on recognizing escalation warning signs and applying de-escalation strategies. Students learn situational assessment, verbal techniques, non-verbal communication, and active listening through simulations and mastery-based role-plays.

A 5-lesson sequence for 9th-grade students focused on developing social awareness and safety by identifying peer behavioral shifts and escalation warning signs through objective observation and non-verbal analysis.

This sequence explores the psychology of group dynamics and community care. Students learn to recognize burnout, offer effective support, and advocate for cultures where requesting breaks is normalized and valued.

This sequence helps 8th-grade students distinguish between temporary sadness and clinical depression by analyzing behavioral, physical, and emotional indicators. It culminates in learning the ACT (Acknowledge, Care, Tell) strategy for seeking help from trusted adults.

This sequence prepares undergraduate students to facilitate peer-led mental health support groups. It covers ethical boundaries, group safety, advanced communication skills, crisis protocols, and concludes with a practical facilitation session.

A project-based unit for 4th graders focused on overcoming barriers to seeking mental health support, mastering assertive communication, and advocating for resources through a school-wide informational campaign.

A 5-lesson sequence designed for 5th-grade students to learn how to recognize signs of distress in peers, understand the ethical boundaries of friendship secrets, practice active listening, and safely connect friends to trusted adults through 'warm handoffs.' Students conclude by creating a school-wide advocacy campaign to promote mental health resources.

A comprehensive unit for 2nd-grade students to recognize emotional escalation and apply appropriate grounding strategies. Through storytelling, mapping, and simulation, students build self-awareness and co-regulation skills to navigate crisis moments effectively.

A Kindergarten sequence focused on interoception and grounding. Students learn to recognize physical 'alarm bells' of distress, practice interrupting emotional spirals with a 'Pause Button', and create personalized emergency plans using visual grounding tools.

A comprehensive sequence for 6th-grade students on the A.C.T. (Acknowledge, Care, Tell) intervention model for suicide prevention. Students learn to identify warning signs, communicate empathy, and connect peers to trusted adults.

A comprehensive 5-lesson sequence for 8th-grade students on identifying suicide warning signs and seeking help using the ACT (Acknowledge, Care, Tell) model. Students progress from distinguishing stress from crisis to mapping out their personal support systems.

This sequence equips 9th-grade students to recognize signs of emotional distress and suicidal ideation using a safety-first framework. Students progress from debunking myths to identifying warning signs, understanding situational context, practicing the ACT (Acknowledge, Care, Tell) model, and mapping out support resources.

A comprehensive graduate-level training sequence exploring how cultural identity, systemic barriers, and implicit bias influence crisis presentation and peer support. Students move from understanding diverse cultural idioms of distress to developing culturally responsive safety plans that challenge traditional Western medical models.

A comprehensive training for graduate student leaders on the legal, ethical, and systemic dimensions of peer gatekeeping in university settings. This sequence bridges the gap between supportive listening and institutional crisis intervention.

A social-emotional learning unit for 2nd graders focused on identifying problem sizes (Tiny, Small, Medium, Big, Huge) and matching reactions to those problems. Students act as 'Problem Scientists' in a lab setting to analyze and solve various social and personal challenges.

A 12-lesson social-emotional learning unit designed to help students identify, implement, and reflect on conflict resolution strategies. Each lesson provides specific opportunities for data collection against IEP goals.

A multi-lesson unit designed to build mental health literacy, identify internal system alerts (Anxiety, Depression, Anger), and develop a sustainable toolkit of coping strategies. Students explore the 'Wellness Spectrum', 'Neuroplasticity', and the deceptive nature of 'System Bypasses' like substances.

A sequence of resources and guides designed to help families build resilience and emotional safety after experiencing environmental adversity or community instability.

A tiered social-emotional learning sequence that uses the 'Stoplight Boundaries' theme to teach students from PreK through 5th grade how to identify, communicate, and respect personal and digital boundaries.

A comprehensive digital toolkit designed for individuals transitioning from inpatient care back to community life, focusing on essential recovery apps, mental health tracking, and digital support systems.

A training program for high school students to become effective mental health ambassadors, focusing on peer support boundaries, stigma reduction, and school-wide wellness initiatives.

A comprehensive workshop sequence designed for parents and caregivers to understand and manage stress, identify stress signals in children, and implement practical coping strategies at home.

A comprehensive K-12 anti-bullying and inclusion program designed for school support teams to build safer, more empathetic school environments aligned with Utah state safety standards.

A comprehensive unit designed to prepare 8th-grade students for the academic, social, and emotional transition to high school, focusing on personal goal-setting and logistical readiness.

A comprehensive 8-week curriculum for high school senior girls transitioning to college. The program combines group counseling techniques with hands-on arts and crafts to address stress management, resource-seeking, and the emotional complexity of adulthood.

A tiered intervention series for school counselors to address bullying behaviors across different developmental stages, from foundational safety to complex social dynamics.

A ten-week small group curriculum for adolescents navigating grief, focusing on coping skills, narrative processing, identity, and moving forward through journaling, art, and discussion.

A 6-week social-emotional learning program designed for Pre-K students to develop self-advocacy, boundary-setting, and effective communication skills using a 'Super Hero' theme.

A comprehensive 8-session school counseling group program designed for students struggling with anxiety and depression. It uses a weather metaphor to help students identify, understand, and manage their internal emotional states through CBT, mindfulness, and social-emotional learning.

A parent-focused sequence designed to help caregivers differentiate between normal adolescent moodiness and clinical depressive disorders, providing tools for identification and pathways to support.

A mental health awareness sequence for middle school students focusing on the importance of early treatment, normalization of seeking help, and building a personal wellness toolkit.

A series of three 10-minute lessons for preschool and kindergarten students on how to identify and respond to unkind behavior and bullying using simple, empowering strategies.

A comprehensive 6-week grief and loss treatment plan designed specifically for adolescent boys. The program, titled 'Healing Horizons,' uses a navigation and exploration metaphor to help teens process their loss, build coping skills, and find a path forward.

A workshop series designed for parents to understand the intersection of high academic achievement and mental health, focusing on identifying high-functioning anxiety and fostering healthy communication.