• Animal-Assisted Therapy

    • Topics
      Feelings, Motivation, Positive Thinking, Self-Esteem
    • Objective

      To describe the animal-assisted therapy model where pets serve as reinforcers, socializing catalysts, and agents of social support. To describe the benefits of animal-assisted therapy.

    • Types of Tools
      Technique
    • Grades
      Early Elementary School, High School, Middle School, Preschool, Upper Elementary School
    • ASCA Standards
      PS:A1: Acquire Self-Knowledge, PS:A2 Acquire Interpersonal Skills, PS:B1 Self-Knowledge Application, PS:C1 Acquire Personal Safety Skills
    • Number of pages
      4

  • Antecedents and Consequences of Problem Behaviors

    • Topics
      ADD/ADHD, Adoption, Alcohol and Drug Prevention, Anger Management, Anxiety Disorders, Autism Spectrum, Behavior Management, Bullying and Cyberbullying, Conflict Resolution, Depression, Divorce, Emotional Problems, Goals, Self-Control, Self-Injury, Stress, Study Skills, Time Management
    • Objective

      To use a systematic tool for recording and assessing antecedents leading up to problem behavior, the problem behavior, and then the consequences. To analyze upward and downward patterns of problem behavior. To use assessment tool as a jumping off point for discussions with client.

    • Types of Tools
      Assessment
    • Grades
      Adult, Early Elementary School, High School, Middle School, Upper Elementary School
    • ASCA Standards
      PS:A1: Acquire Self-Knowledge, PS:A2 Acquire Interpersonal Skills, PS:B1 Self-Knowledge Application
    • Number of pages
      2

  • Applause Box

    • Topics
      ADD/ADHD, Adoption, Asperger's Syndrome, Behavior Management, Learning Disabilities, Motivation, Positive Thinking, Self-Esteem
    • Objective

    • Types of Tools
      Activity
    • Grades
      Early Elementary School, Upper Elementary School
    • ASCA Standards
      PS:A1: Acquire Self-Knowledge
    • Number of pages
      2

  • Art Activities for Bereaved Children

    • Topics
      Anger Management, Depression, Divorce, Emotional Problems, Feelings, Loss & Grieving, Self-Esteem, Self-Injury
    • Objective

      To foster understanding about when art activities for bereaved children are beneficial as a vehicle for self-expression and how the technique works.

    • Types of Tools
      Technique
    • Grades
      Early Elementary School, High School, Middle School, Upper Elementary School
    • ASCA Standards
      PS:A1: Acquire Self-Knowledge, PS:A2 Acquire Interpersonal Skills, PS:B1 Self-Knowledge Application
    • Number of pages
      2

  • Asking for Help and Giving Help

    • Topics
      Assertiveness, Communication, Depression, Feelings, Relationships, Social Skills, Stress
    • Objective

      To understand the benefit of asking for help and giving help when needed.

    • Types of Tools
      Worksheet
    • Grades
      Early Elementary School, Upper Elementary School
    • ASCA Standards
      A:A2 Acquire Skills for Improving Learning, PS:A1: Acquire Self-Knowledge, PS:A2 Acquire Interpersonal Skills, PS:B1 Self-Knowledge Application
    • Number of pages
      2

  • Asking for Help: Early Elementary School

    • Topics
      Assertiveness, Communication, Conflict Resolution, Feelings, Relationships
    • Objective

      To foster importance of asking others for help when needed.

    • Types of Tools
      Activity
    • Grades
      Early Elementary School
    • ASCA Standards
      A:A2 Acquire Skills for Improving Learning, A:B1 Improve Learning, PS:A1: Acquire Self-Knowledge, PS:B1 Self-Knowledge Application
    • Number of pages
      2

  • Asking Questions

    • Topics
      Communication, Relationships, Social Skills
    • Objective

      To understand the importance of asking relevant questions to show interest during a conversation. To practice asking relevant questions.

    • Types of Tools
      Worksheet
    • Grades
      Early Elementary School, Upper Elementary School
    • ASCA Standards
      PS:A1: Acquire Self-Knowledge, PS:A2 Acquire Interpersonal Skills, PS:B1 Self-Knowledge Application
    • Number of pages
      2

  • Assigning Family Tasks

    • Topics
      Behavior Management, Communication, Goals, Motivation, Parent Training, Relationships, Self-Esteem
    • Objective

      To foster understanding for assigning family members specific tasks as a way to build family function.

    • Types of Tools
      Technique
    • Grades
      Early Elementary School, High School, Middle School, Upper Elementary School
    • ASCA Standards
      PS:A1: Acquire Self-Knowledge, PS:A2 Acquire Interpersonal Skills
    • Number of pages
      3

  • Associating with Good Manners

    • Topics
      Relationships, Social Skills
    • Objective

    • Types of Tools
      Activity
    • Grades
      Early Elementary School, Preschool
    • ASCA Standards
      PS:A2 Acquire Interpersonal Skills, PS:B1 Self-Knowledge Application, PS:C1 Acquire Personal Safety Skills
    • Number of pages
      2

  • Avoided Objects Board

    • Topics
      Anxiety Disorders, Behavior Management, Stress
    • Objective

      To identify OCD triggers. To offer therapists an exposure exercise in treating childhood OCD.

    • Types of Tools
      Assessment
    • Grades
      Early Elementary School, Upper Elementary School
    • ASCA Standards
      PS:A1: Acquire Self-Knowledge, PS:A2 Acquire Interpersonal Skills, PS:B1 Self-Knowledge Application
    • Number of pages
      2