Counselor Accents

Dr. Danielle Schultz is a treasure trove of ideas and information. Our brains were in constant planning mode when we finished this episode. Listen in as she gives us the ideas behind minute meetings, how she has made them work over the years, and how she uses the information. We also pick her brain about how she markets her school counseling program and why it's important. We guarantee you wil...

You may be tempted to skip this episode if you are snug and content in your current role; however, we would encourage you to give it a listen anyway! The idea behind this episode is to help those of you who are searching for jobs to interview the interviewer. Ask questions to make sure the school will be a good fit for you. If you aren't able to be selective, at least the answers you get from...

We have heard from so many of you how you are struggling with the decision to continue in your role or look for a change. As two school counselors who are in the trenches with you, we certainly agree that this year (and the past few years) have been like none other. In this episode we talk about how to determine whether it's time to walk away, change schools, change school levels, or just take...

Steve Simpson, a New York  media veteran  and nationally recognized, award-winning child advocate, shares his personal story. As he does, he points out some of the reasons for the behaviors we see in our students. At a time when educators are wondering how to handle the behavior issues they are seeing, Steve's story and solutions are very needed. As you listen to this episode, we are certain t...

This may be our most needed podcast yet! Amie Dean, the Behavior Queen is sharing timely, quick, and easy strategies to use with various student behaviors. As school counselors we are often viewed as the specialists on student behavior; however, the behaviors we have witnessed and heard about in recent years have escalated quickly. This will be an episode you will want to listen to multiple times...

We have said it before, and we will no doubt say it again- school counselors are leaders.  ASCA tells us this.  You are a leader in your school, community, and even nation!  Matthew McClain, Executive Director of the Colorado School Counselor Association, drives home the reason why this is so important.  He explains how he got started in school counseling leadership, and what a...

In this episode we talk about the drastic rise in educator burnout.  We are tackling the reasons why educators are walking away from the profession at an alarming rate.  We will be doing another episode soon on school counselor burnout.  If you haven't already, go comment on our Instagram or Facebook post on this topic.  This episode is coming at you straight from the Dayton, O...

Trust us- don't skip this one just because you don't do small groups.  Whether you run small groups or not, we promise this is worth the listen!  Sarah Flier is full of wisdom and school counseling knowledge.  She shares so much information on school counseling that it's easy to see why she was one of the finalists for the National School Counselor of the Year!  

Parent involvement is much different for many of our families than it was a decade ago.  Dr. Debbie Grant, a former school counselor and current professor at the University of West Alabama, is a bridge builder when it comes to helping parents see the importance of being present.  Listen to this podcast episode as she shares rubber meets the road strategies she used to truly change the ou...

This episode was like a party!  We are joined by several new and old school counseling friends from across the nation.  Listen in as we answer questions from YOU, our listeners!  We're talking about advocacy, National School Counseling Week, measuring student progress, heavy caseloads, and more!  If you didn't join us on this episode, make sure you don't miss the next one! &nbs...

We love when people combine what they're passionate about with their school counseling role.  That's exactly what Dr. Ryan Reese has done with nature and school counseling.  In this episode he shares some of his findings about the benefits of exposing students to various elements of nature.  He also shares "rubber meets the road" tips that our listeners have come to expect and love...

School counseling advocacy is so important.  We are responsible for spreading the word about the work that we do in order to break down walls and inaccurate mindsets about the job that we do.  Daniel Birdsong, the president of the Alabama School Counseling Association, shares some of the findings of his dissertation based on school counseling advocacy.  This is an episode you will w...

In this episode, our new best friend, Laura Douglas, shares the old school counseling rules vs. the new school counseling rules based on the principles shared in the book, Wolfpack, by Abby Wambach.  We believe this is one of the most important episodes you can listen to.  Share it with a school counseling friend! Get in touch with Laura at laurad42@gmail.com.

We are not fans of making resolutions for the new year.  We hate the thought of setting ourselves up for failure.  In this episode we talk about areas we want to focus on as school counselors using the principles outlined in the book by Dr. Nadine Burke Harris, The Deepest Well .  Instead of setting unrealistic goals, we want to focus on improving by 1% each day.  Listen in as...

These will either be the worst tips or the best tips you've ever heard for making the most of the holiday season.  We know that this time of year can bring up a lot of emotions.  We have them, too!  In this episode we are adding to some of the Mayo Clinic's top tips for making the most of the holiday season.  One thing is guaranteed: you will have a smile on your face as you li...

Have you noticed a shift in student behaviors?  You're not alone!  Joy Winchester joins us in this episode to explain why our students seem different these days, and how we can manage those different behaviors we are seeing.  She is always a wealth of information as she talks about strategies to use with students and teachers, the beauty of neuroplasticity, and more!  This may...

One of the most difficult battles we have to face as school counselors is combatting what our students see and do online.  From cyberbullying to Tick Tock challenges, it feels nearly impossible to stay on top of all of the online threats.  In this episode Titania Jordan from Bark shares Rubber Meets the Road tips that parents and school personnel can do to keep our students safe online....

It seems like school counselors (and educators, in general) are experiencing burnout at an alarming rate.  In this episode we are sharing three rubber meets the road tips to avoid burnout or to come out of burnout if you're finding yourself stuck.  Plus we announce who the Alabama Elementary School Counselor of the Year is... Spoiler alert: It's Kim!!!

After spending entirely too long at Indiana University getting her degree in both painting and art education, Cassie Stephens did her student teaching in the magical land of Ireland. While she was away, her parents, fully aware of her slacker ways, sent out 52 art teacherin’ job applications to such far away places as Alaska. One such place that called her for an interview was Nashville, Tennessee...

In this episode we are discussing your burning school counseling questions.  We will talk about girl drama, sticky situations with administrators, tough Child Protective Services issues, and more!  Plus, you know we will have a few laughs along the way.  Listen and then do us a favor and rate and review this episode.

Hasan Davis will share his experience of often interrupted transitions through education, justice, and social support systems. Throughout Hasan's journey outliers and resistors found ways to engage, encourage and empower him. With the support of these "Hope Dealers", Hasan transcended his mounting list of "failures" to become an advocate for himself and eventually a champion for others. Through st...

It is staggering to think about human trafficking happening in our country; however, the reality is that students in big cities AND rural communities are victims of human trafficking.  Christian Stanley and his wife, Rachel, work with victims of human trafficking in the US. In this episode Christian shares stories about how his team has searched for missing children.  He also shares abou...

Sandy Austin is a legend among school counselors.  In this episode she talks about all of the programs she is involved in and how they directly benefit school counselors and our students.  Her B.I.O.N.I.C. program has been an answer to the bullying crisis that has impacted so many of our students.  She describes how the program has brought schools and communities closer together. &n...

Have you ever thought about completing the RAMP application process?  In this episode we are barely scratching the surface of what we learned while going through the RAMP steps.  You may learn a few things that can help you, or you may learn what NOT to do!  Either way, we hope this episode helps you get your head in the RAMP game!

"Student Voice" is a phrase we are hearing more and more.  James Layman, the director of the Association of Washington Student Leaders, defines "student voice" for us and explains why it is so valuable in our schools.  James gives us the 4 C's of student voice, and tells us how to listen to what students are really saying.  This is an episode you will want to share with your adminis...