הפודקאסטים הטובים ביותר ב-School Counseling (2024)

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227. Best of SCS: How to Be a Trauma Informed Counselor with Joyce Harduvel 41:28

6d ago41:28

41:28

This December, we’re celebrating the season with some of the best episodes of School Counseling Simplified! Today, we’re revisiting an insightful conversation with Joyce Harduvel, a licensed clinical social worker and certified school social work specialist. Joyce brings her wealth of experience from working with students of all ages in Chicago Pub…

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226. Best of SCS: Mindset Shifts for School Counselors with Chrissy Nichols 37:41

13d ago37:41

37:41

This December, we’re bringing you the best of School Counseling Simplified as a holiday treat! In today’s throwback episode, we revisit a fan-favorite conversation from 2023 with Chrissy Nichols, a life coach for educators. If you’re feeling burned out or overwhelmed, this episode is for you. Chrissy shares simple yet powerful mindset shifts design…

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225. Best of SCS: How to Teach Conflict Resolution in Each Tier 13:19

20d ago13:19

13:19

This December, we’re revisiting some of the most impactful episodes of School Counseling Simplified as a special holiday treat! In today’s throwback to episode 132, I dive into practical strategies for helping students resolve conflicts and develop healthy mediation skills. From whole-class lessons to individual interventions, this episode provides…

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224. TBT: How to Use a Countdown Calendar to Build Rapport with Drop-in Students 13:35

27d ago13:35

13:35

Can you believe it is almost December? The countdown to winter break is on. I absolutely love this time of year. Everything is so fun and festive, especially at the elementary level. I’m always trying to think of ways that I can put a seasonal twist on counseling activities to keep your students (and you) engaged. At the same time, I always had the…

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223. Support Parents with Practical At-Home SEL Strategies 9:16

1M ago9:16

9:16

In this episode, I explore ways school counselors can help parents implement practical Social Emotional Learning (SEL) strategies at home. By building rapport with families and providing simple, screen-free activities, parents can support their children's emotional growth outside of school. I discuss using SEL choice boards, which offer a variety o…

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222. Use Data to Work with Your Admin 7:56

1M ago7:56

7:56

In this episode of School Counseling Simplified, I am sharing practical strategies for supporting and building rapport with school administrators. As a key stakeholder group, administrators play a crucial role in the success of a school counseling program. I am outlinging four (plus one bonus) strategies that counselors can use to effectively colla…

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221. How to Support and Build Rapport with Teachers 8:18

2M ago8:18

8:18

This episode of School Counseling Simplified is all about building strong relationships with teachers. I am sharing four practical strategies that school counselors can use to collaborate more effectively with the teachers in their building. From conducting needs assessments to offering supplemental lessons and organizing fun staff activities, I'm …

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220. Empowering Students to Be Upstanders 9:52

2M ago9:52

9:52

October is Bullying prevention month. I couldn't let the month get past without touching on the importance of teaching students to be "upstanders" as a key bullying prevention strategy. I am introducing the concept of an upstander as someone who witnesses bullying and intervenes to stop it, in contrast to a bystander who does nothing.We will discus…

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See You in 2025, High School Counselors! 3:39

2M ago3:39

3:39

Can you believe that in 150 episodes of this podcast, I've never taken a week off from releasing episodes? Well, the time has come! High School Counseling Conversations will be on an official break from November 2024-January 2025. I'll return with new episodes in February 2025. While we're on break, I invite you to enjoy previous episodes (check ou…

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Shining a Light on Child Sex Trafficking with Krystal Nierman of Switch 56:25

2M ago56:25

56:25

We talk about a lot of sensitive topics as school counselors, and today is no exception. We’re taking a deep dive into child sex trafficking. Heavy, I know. But with sex trafficking happening all around us, this just might be the conversation you never knew you needed to hear. I’m joined by Krystal Nierman of Switch, an organization fighting to end…

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219. TBT: Create Counseling Games with Halloween Candy Buckets 12:40

2M ago12:40

12:40

Halloween is just around the corner, and I know you are looking for fun and engaging ways to incorporate the season into your lessons and activities. In this episode, I'm sharing 5 creative ways you can use Halloween candy buckets to liven up your counseling sessions. From identifying and changing negative thoughts to practicing self-regulation, th…

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Pregnant and Parenting Teens: How to Support This Unique Population as a High School Counselor 18:26

2M ago18:26

18:26

What do you do if a student tells you they’re pregnant? There’s a good chance you were asked this question during a job interview because it’s a situation that you will probably run into sooner rather than later. In fact, if you’ve been a high school counselor for any length of time, it’s highly likely that you’ve already supported pregnant student…

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218. Small Group Planning Start to Finish (Part II) 13:10

2M ago13:10

13:10

It's Part 2 of the Small Group Planning podcast episodes. Today I am diving into the planning and implementation of small group counseling. If you didn't catch Part I, I covered the logistics of getting small groups started, but now we will focus on the curriculum development, group structure, and data collection involved in running effective small…

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Developing Cultural Competency to Better Support Your Students with Jocelynn Hubbard 39:09

2M ago39:09

39:09

You may not realize this, but you have a unique superpower in your role as a high school counselor! You have the ability to nurture your students and walk them through four of the most important years of their life. One practice that will help you strengthen this superpower is cultural competency. Today’s guest, Jocelynn Hubbard, is here to help us…

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Small Group Planning Start to Finish (Part I) 13:01

3M ago13:01

13:01

In this episode of School Counseling Simplified,I am diving deep into the topic of small group counseling. As a small group enthusiast, I'm sharing my expertise on the benefits of small group work and provides a step-by-step guide for school counselors on how to effectively plan and implement small groups from start to finish. This episode is packe…

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Exploring Gap Year Opportunities for Your Students (or You!) with Julia Rogers 31:14

3M ago31:14

31:14

Have your students ever expressed interest in taking a gap year? A gap year is more than just time off! It’s a deliberate period to explore personal, practical, and professional interests before transitioning to post-secondary education. Under the right circumstances, and with intentional planning, a gap year could be the perfect option for some st…

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216. Implement Schoolwide Classroom Calm Down Corners 13:17

3M ago13:17

13:17

In today's episode, I am talking on the importance of creating a classroom calming corner - a designated safe space for students to manage their emotions. I'll be discussing the benefits of calming corners for teachers, counselors, and students, as well as practical steps for setting them up effectively. I'll also touch on how to handle potential p…

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The School Counselor’s Role in School Safety and Crisis Management with Brandy Samuell 44:14

3M ago44:14

44:14

When you work in a school, there are a million and one things to think about every single day. School safety is at the top of that list, and might even be one of the more intimidating parts of your job. If there was a crisis, would you know what to do? Do you have a strong grasp on what your role as a school counselor is when it comes to crisis man…

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215. Scheduling Class Lessons for the Entire School Year 15:01

3M ago15:01

15:01

In this episode, I am discussing strategies for scheduling class lessons for the entire school year. I'm breaking down the benefits of batch work and encouraging you all to plan lessons in advance to save time and reduce stress. We are going to dive into some digital tools like Google Sheets and Airtable that can be used to create checklists and tr…

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I Gave up Social Media for a Month, and Here’s What Happened 28:19

3M ago28:19

28:19

Have you checked your phone’s screen time lately? If you’re anything like me, you might be embarrassed about how much time you actually spend on your phone, specifically the time spent scrolling on social media. I use social media for both work and personal purposes, and I was beginning to feel like I was spending way more time on these apps than I…

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214. Get Teacher Buy-in for Scheduling Class Lessons 19:00

3M ago19:00

19:00

Welcome back to another episode of School Counseling Simplified. Today, we're diving into a topic that's crucial for the success of our counseling programs - getting teacher buy-in and support when scheduling those all-important classroom lessons. As we all know, building strong relationships with our teaching staff is key to delivering impactful s…

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How to Host a College Application Day 28:51

3M ago28:51

28:51

As school counselors, we know that not all of our students are going to go to college after graduating. However, for the students who do have college in their future plans, we want to make the application process as accessible as possible. Cue: College Application Day! Hosting a College Application Day is one of the best ways that we can support st…

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213. Game Changing Tools for Scheduling Class Lessons 23:25

3M ago23:25

23:25

In this episode, host I am sharing game-changing tools for scheduling class lessons as a school counselor. I'm covering three main tech tools - Google Sheets, Calendly, and Google Calendar - that can streamline the scheduling process. The key highlights include: Using Google Sheets to have teachers sign up for available class lesson times, allowing…

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Coffee with the Counselor: What It Is and How to Run It 25:09

4M ago25:09

25:09

Have you ever held a “Coffee with the Counselor” event at your school? This can be a great opportunity for parents to connect with counselors and other parents all while learning about a particular topic. I’ve held several “Coffee with the Counselor” events in the past, and some have been a huge hit while others didn’t quite have the turnout we’d h…

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212. Figure out the Process of Scheduling Class Lessons 9:49

4M ago9:49

9:49

In this episode, I am sharing my 3-step process for effectively scheduling class lessons at your school. Learn how to determine the location, setup, and frequency of your classroom lessons to feel prepared and deliver engaging counseling sessions. I know how overwhelming this can be whether you are brand new or a seasoned veteran, but I have nailed…

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Why You Need to Plan Your Year with a 10,000 Foot View 16:59

4M ago16:59

16:59

Begin with the end in mind. You've probably heard this advice before, but I want it to be your mantra this school year! One of the best things you can do at the beginning of a new school year is to plan your year. I've talked on the podcast before about using organizational tools, such as a calendar, to give you a visual of your year and showcase a…

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211. What to do your first 90 days of school 14:42

4M ago14:42

14:42

Back to school season is in full swing and I'm popping in today's episode to break down your first 90 days of school. We are going to break down my free 30-60-90 Day plan, so that we can break down that seemingly overwhelming to do list that you have. Tune in and follow along with your freebie in hand! I'm breaking down each month piece by piece so…

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How a High School Counseling Curriculum Map Will Set You Up to Win This Year 16:59

4M ago16:59

16:59

Whether you’re still on summer break or have already kicked off a new school year, there’s one thing I think you need during this season: a curriculum map! While it’s very common for teachers to use this planning tool, I believe there are so many benefits for high school counselors to use it as well. In today’s episode, I’m sharing why you should c…

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210. 4 Small Groups to Start at the Beginning of the School Year 11:08

4M ago11:08

11:08

In this episode,I am sharing four back-to-school small group ideas to help students transition into the new school year, including groups for new students, friendship skills, self-control, and goal setting. I'll also give you the inside scoop on my IMPACT school counselor membership. Some highlights from this episode: "New Students Friendship Group…

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Highs and Lows of Working with Seniors with Brittany Slagle 37:17

4M ago37:17

37:17

You’ve waited four episodes to listen to the last episode in our grade-level counselor series. A student’s senior year is full of ups and downs, celebratory moments, and disappointments, and a senior counselor gets to experience it all with them. My guest on today’s episode, Brittany Slagle, experienced all of this and is sharing both what she love…

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209. Back to School Todos for School Counselors 14:46

4M ago14:46

14:46

In today's episode, I am talking all about the several back-to-school activities and strategies for school counselors to implement at the start of the new school year. So many different ideas you can implement in your program. Some highlights covered are: Create a caseload spreadsheet to stay organized and track students receiving counseling servic…

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How Do You Handle Working with Juniors? An Interview with Leigh Pottle 44:57

4M ago44:57

44:57

Being a school counselor allows you to form close relationships with your students and help guide them through their high school years. It’s honestly one of the best and most rewarding parts of the job, and no one believes that more than my guest, Leigh Pottle. Leigh is a high school counselor who works with all grade levels, but she is giving her …

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208. School Counseling Office Tour 16:08

5M ago16:08

16:08

Are you ready for the new school year?? In today's episode I dive into starting the year with a "Meet the Counselor" lesson and setting up an effective school counseling office. I'll be sharing tips and resources to help you as the school counselor feel motivated and organized for the upcoming school year. Some Highlights: Free live training on Aug…

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What It’s Really like to Work with Sophomores with Hannah Fain 30:13

5M ago30:13

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We’re continuing our series on talking with different high school counselors who work with specific grade levels, and today is all about sophomores! Sophomores hold a special place in my heart because when I first started as a counselor, I worked primarily with sophomores. So, I was excited to sit down with my guest, Hannah Fain, to see how our exp…

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207. What you need to know about advisory with Leslie Cuprill 26:08

5M ago26:08

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In today's episode of School Counseling Simplified, I sit down with my friend and fellow counselor, Leslie Cuprill. We talk all things on implementing advisory programs and strategies for effective counseling. Leslie Cuprill is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker from Brooklyn, New York who loves supporting educators and students. For two decades she…

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How to Seamlessly Transition 400 Ninth Graders into High School with Felicia Carter 40:56

5M ago40:56

40:56

When you’re a counselor who works solely with ninth graders, your role and challenges can sometimes look different from those of other counselors working with older high school grades. No one knows this better than my guest, Felicia Carter. Working primarily with ninth graders her entire counseling career, she has gained so much knowledge through h…

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206. How to Use Neuro-Affirming Practices in School Counseling with Brandon Gernux 27:58

5M ago27:58

27:58

In today's episode of the School Counseling Simplified podcast I interview Brandon Gernux, a school counselor who advocates for embracing neurodiversity in schools. Brandon discusses practical strategies for creating inclusive and sensory-friendly environments to support all students, including adjusting lighting and sounds, using visual timers, an…

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What We Need to Know About Our Rising Ninth Grade Students with Lauren Tenholder 39:02

5M ago39:02

39:02

Before the new school year officially begins, I’m starting a new series where I’m talking with counselors from different grade levels to gather insight into their roles and the specific struggles or challenges they face with the grade level they serve. Today, I’m kicking off the series with middle school counselor Lauren Tenholder. Lauren shares wh…

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205. How to Collaborate with Special Ed and Gen Ed Teachers with Ashely Lutz 16:24

5M ago16:24

16:24

In today's episode, I chat with Ashley Lutz. who shares strategies and advice for school counselors on working with special education students and collaborating with special education teachers. Ashley has been working in Special Education for 12 years. She was a middle school self-contained teacher for 7 years working with students with intellectua…

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High School Counselor Office Prep for Back-to-School Season 12:23

5M ago12:23

12:23

When you’re a new high school counselor, you think you need to have a Pinterest-perfect office in order to be effective. However, your worth as a high school counselor isn’t dependent on how much stuff you have in your office or how much financial support you get from your principal, districts, or PTSA. But having a few essentials and office must-h…

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204. Getting a Plan for Your Class Lessons with Bradford Goodridge 21:48

6M ago21:48

21:48

In Today's episode I chat with Bradford Goodridge,an elementary school counselor in Chattanooga, Tennessee. He discusses his approach to comprehensive school counseling lessons, including his "paws" program that aligns with his school's lion mascot. He shares tips for creating lessons from scratch, integrating school values, and supporting students…

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What I Learned from Supervising High School Counseling Interns 32:56

6M ago32:56

32:56

One of the best ways I grew as a professional and leader was when I was a supervisor to high school counseling interns. Being responsible for teaching, guiding, and preparing future high school counselors was something I knew was important for the future of the field. In today's episode, I'm sharing four key things you should do as a supervisor for…

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203. Lean Into Change and Embrace Equity with Jocelynn Hubbard 32:45

6M ago32:45

32:45

In this episode, Jocelyn Hubbard shares strategies for creating equitable learning spaces for students. Jocelyn discusses the importance of defining equity, getting to know students beyond surface-level information, and co-creating learning experiences with students. Jocelynn Hubbard helps teachers spark joy during the learning experience by creati…

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Career Exploration Help for Your High School Students: A Free Podcast Resource 33:10

6M ago33:10

33:10

I’m always looking to find new resources and information that will be helpful tools for high school students. Whether that be career opportunities, college options, or test-taking strategies, I want to get the right resources in YOUR hands to give to your students. So when I came across Dan Heath’s podcast, "What It’s Like to Be," I knew this moder…

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202. A Schoolwide Approach to SEL with Lindsey Jannaman 26:53

6M ago26:53

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In this episode I welcome Lindsay Jannaman, Director of SEL Content at Quaver Ed, discussing strategies for embedding social-emotional learning school-wide with the support of teachers, parents, and administrators. Lindsey has 12 years of experience as a school counselor and teaching vocal/general music at the elementary and middle school levels. L…

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What to Do When You Work with an Old School Guidance Counselor 27:56

6M ago27:56

27:56

As a new school counselor, we’re excited and eager to focus on students, enhance the counseling program at our school, and advocate for our role to others in the building. But being the new counselor might mean you’re working closely with veteran school counselors, formerly known as guidance counselors, who might not have the same mindset or perspe…

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201. Using Play Therapy in School Counseling with Patti Sutherland 25:07

6M ago25:07

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In today's episode, I chat with Patti Sutherland and discuss the benefits of incorporating play therapy in school counseling programs, emphasizing its accessibility and effectiveness in addressing trauma and loss in children. Patti has a Masters in Social Work and has been a social worker for over 30 years. She has worked with children in women's s…

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How to Know When It’s Time to Move On 35:27

6M ago35:27

35:27

The end-of-year stress and exhaustion can bring up a lot of emotions for school counselors. And when it’s finally summer break, you have the time to stop and reflect on what you want professionally going forward. When a school year wraps, I know many school counselors ask themselves, is it time for me to move on from this? It can be hard to sift th…

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200. Executive Functioning Strategies for School Counselors with Sarah Lovell 34:22

7M ago34:22

34:22

In today's episode I am chatting with Executive Function and ADHD coach Sarah Lovell about practical strategies school counselors can use to improve their own executive functioning skills and help students. Sarah Lovell (she/her) is an executive function & ADHD coach for ambitious professionals, college students, creatives, and perfectionists. With…

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Navigating Imposter Syndrome and Psychological Safety in the Workplace with Caroline Crawford 44:02

7M ago44:02

44:02

Everyone wants to feel successful in their job. But sometimes, there are certain aspects in and out of your control that contribute to you feeling hesitant to speak up, questioning your ability, or finding it difficult to create change. This occurs when psychological safety is low in the work culture, which then contributes to doubting yourself. My…

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