Counselor Chat Podcast

Does your school have an advisory program? A successful advisory program includes social-emotional learning (SEL) done by both classroom teachers and school counselors. It creates a supportive environment, fosters connections between students and educators, and addresses various topics including bullying, relationship building, and college preparation.  Our guest, Leslie Cuprill is a licensed...

Have you ever used motivational interviewing (MI) in your school counseling program? If you aren’t familiar with motivational interviewing, it is a technique that focuses on building empathy and helping students talk themselves into making positive changes based on what motivates them.  It’s absolutely fascinating to learn about and for our guest today, Reagan North, it completely changed the...

When was the last time you got to the end of a work day and actually got everything done that was on your to-do list? As our guest Jeff Becker says, “there’s never a quiet day in the counseling office”. It’s non-stop and some days the overwhelm really wears on you. What’s worse is that other staff members may not recognize the hard work that you put in each day.  Jeff and I both know exactly...

As counselors, we do so much for our students, but how do you actually show up for yourself in supporting your own wellness? This is just one of many great questions that we're going to challenge you to ask yourself today. In this episode of Counselor Chat, Dr. Sandi Logan from Oceanic Yoga and Wellness joins me to discuss the topic of bringing accountability to your own wellness as a counselor. D...

How do you approach teaching the topics of race and racism with your elementary students, especially if you are not a person of color? If you need additional support with this, this episode is for you! In this podcast episode, I interview Kristen Moffett, a 20 + year school counselor at the Walker School in Georgia. Kristen shares her experiences and insights on addressing race and racism with ele...

Attending conferences during the summer is a great way to reset your mindset, set goals, and prepare for the upcoming school year. I’ve attended the ASCA Conference both as an active participant and presenter. There is a unique energy, excitement, and inspiration that can be found at this event. However, it's common to make excuses as to why you should not attend a conference such as shyness, miss...

Do you attend conferences or professional development trainings during the summers? Attending national and state conferences can open up a world of opportunities for learning and networking with other educators and counselors. In this episode, we are chatting about the benefits of attending conferences and other professional development trainings. I am also announcing details about the 2023 Summer...

Mindfulness is a topic we hear a lot about. But what really is mindfulness? What does it look like? And how can we use it in the classroom with our students?  In this episode of the Counselor Chat Podcast, I interview Beverly Fernandez, also known as ‘Counselor Bev’. Beverly dives deep into the topic of mindfulness and its powerful impact on both students and educators. Mindfulness is all abo...

Are you a school counselor looking for effective strategies to address separation anxiety, school anxiety, and school refusal? If so, this episode of Counselor Chat Podcast is for you!  In this episode, I chat with Ashley Bartley, an experienced elementary school counselor, author, presenter, and creative mind behind Counselor Station. They take a deep dive into the topic of helping kids over...

Being spontaneous while being prepared means being ready for unexpected situations while also allowing room for improvisation and creativity. It involves balancing the need for structure and planning with the flexibility to adapt to changing circumstances. To achieve this balance, it's important to have a solid foundation of knowledge, skills, and resources, as well as a mindset of openness and ad...

The end of the school year is here, and I’m sure that summer relaxation is on your mind. But wait! Let’s first think about how you can close down this year in a way that will set you up for success for the next one. This process all starts with reflection. Reflection in itself is an act of self-care. It allows you to assess the effectiveness of your current systems and routines, identify areas for...

Burnout is real for school counselors! But, there are things that we can do to try to prevent burnout from happening. Yes we can be overworked, underpaid, under staffed, tired and exhausted, but if we look at the systems we put in place in our counseling program and start to examine our time on tasks, we can take back some of our time and feel less stressed and more productive. This episode is fil...

Child abuse is a serious issue that affects millions of children worldwide. According to the World Health Organization, an estimated 1 billion children globally have experienced physical, sexual, or emotional violence or neglect in the past year. Erin's Law is a law that requires all public schools in the United States to implement age-appropriate sexual abuse and assault prevention education. The...

Are you overwhelmed by thinking about all the things you need to do to transition students from the elementary school to the middle school? There's a lot to get done and throw in end of the year testing, end of year activities and fun days, it can seem like there is absolutely no time to cover everything that needs to get done. Our guest today, Laura Oathout of Music City Counselor, is here to sha...

If you made it to the school counselor interview, you are in the elite few that are being considered for the job! You've wowed them with your resume, now it is time to knock their socks off by how you answer their interview questions. No need to stress, these tips will keep you feeling confident and ready to rock that interview! Links to resources talked about in this podcast: Resume Templates for...

Your resume is often the first impression you make on a potential employer, so make sure it is clear, concise, and tailored to the job you are applying for. It's a document that summarizes your education, work experience, skills, and accomplishments. Today we'll cover the steps to putting together a great resume employers will want to see. Links to resources talked about in this podcast: Resume Te...

Applying for school counseling jobs is a marathon and not a sprint. Planning ahead is the key. You need to get everything in order ahead of time to avoid the stress later on. Brainstorming, networking, trackers and checklists can help you get ready and put your best foot forward. We'll talk all about what you can do now before you even start to write your resume and prep for interviews. If you are...

Welcome to Counselor Chat! I'm so glad you are here! In our very first episode, I thought I would share with everyone a bit about who I am, my passion about school counseling and my why for this show.    Grab the Show Notes: Counselingessentials.org/podcast Join Perks Counseling Club Membership and get the lessons, small group and individual counseling materials you need. Join now and g...

Thanks for joining me on our inaugural series of Counselor Chat! This is the place where we'll be talking about all the things that make the great work that you're doing as counselors even better because who doesn't want to learn new hacks to make life easier and our impact on kids even greater. Today's topic is working with kids who are experiencing undesired classroom behaviors and how you can h...

Anxiety in kids is a common and normal part of childhood. However, when anxiety becomes excessive or interferes with daily life, it can be a cause for concern. Some common signs of anxiety in kids include: Excessive worry about everyday things Avoidance of certain situations or activities Physical symptoms such as headaches or stomachaches Difficulty sleeping Irritability or restlessness In this e...

Counselor Chat is a podcast dedicated to all things School Counseling! If you're looking for some inspiration, collaboration, easy to implement strategies to make your counseling life easier, then be sure to follow along! Your host, Carol Miller, from Counseling Essentials, is ready to spark some joy, help you simply your systems and share stories and strategies to make your counseling life easier...