Rachel Davis

School Counseling Simplified Podcast

School Counseling Simplified is a podcast offering easy to implement strategies for busy school counselors. The host, Rachel Davis from Bright Futures Counseling, shares tips and tricks she has learned from her years of experience as a school counselor both in the US and at an international school in Costa Rica.

Author

Rachel Davis

Category

Education

Latest episode

May 12, 2026

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Episodes

28. How to Start a Small Group: Size and Schedule 04.03.2021

Show Notes and Links In today's episode, I share how to start a small group including how to use a referral-based system and schedule sessions. >>> Download your FREE small group session with video guide HERE!  Permission Slip freebie Elementary School Counselor Exchange FB Group Connect with Rachel on social media: TpT Store Blog Instagram Facebook Page Facebook Group Pinterest  Youtube If you ar...

27. Tech Tools for Scheduling Class Lessons 23.02.2021

Show Notes and Links In today's episode, I share 3 tech tools to help teachers sign up for class lessons; saving your time and sanity! Calendly Stress Free School Counseling Freebie Connect with Rachel on social media: TpT Store Blog Instagram Facebook Page Facebook Group Pinterest  Youtube If you are enjoying School Counseling Simplified please subscribe and leave us a review on iTunes!  

26. Choosing the Right Class Lesson Topic 16.02.2021

Show Notes and Links In today's episode, I share 4 steps for choosing your class lesson topics. Needs Assessment  Guidance Lessons Workshop Connect with Rachel on social media: TpT Store Blog Instagram Facebook Page Facebook Group Pinterest  Youtube If you are enjoying School Counseling Simplified please subscribe and leave us a review on iTunes!

25: The Anatomy of an Engaging Class Lesson 09.02.2021

Show Notes and Links In today's episode, I share how to create an engaging class lesson by breaking it down step by step. Free Resource Library Connect with Rachel on social media: TpT Store Blog Instagram Facebook Page Facebook Group Pinterest  Youtube If you are enjoying School Counseling Simplified please subscribe and leave us a review on iTunes!  

24. Classroom Management Strategies for School Counselors 02.02.2021

Show Notes and Links In today's episode I share 5 classroom management strategies you can use during SEL lessons. Go Noodle Free Resource Library Connect with Rachel on social media: TpT Store Blog Instagram Facebook Page Facebook Group Pinterest  Youtube If you are enjoying School Counseling Simplified please subscribe and leave us a review on iTunes!  

23. Grief Counseling in Tier 2 & 3 26.01.2021

Show Notes and Links In today's episode I share strategies for addressing grief during small groups and individual sessions. Grief Group Curriculum  Free Resource Library Connect with Rachel on social media: TpT Store Blog Instagram Facebook Page Facebook Group Pinterest  Youtube If you are enjoying School Counseling Simplified please subscribe and leave us a review on iTunes!    

22. Grief Counseling: A Tier 1 Approach 19.01.2021

Show Notes and Links In today's episode I share strategies for addressing grief at the classroom level. Free Resource Library Connect with Rachel on social media: TpT Store Blog Instagram Facebook Page Facebook Group Pinterest  Youtube If you are enjoying School Counseling Simplified please subscribe and leave us a review on iTunes!    

21. How I stressed less and increased my impact using 3 simple strategies 12.01.2021

Show Notes and Links In today's episode, I share my personal transformation and how I went from hot mess to no stress using 3 simple strategies! Are you ready for your own transformation and to say HECK YES to a productivity system that will give you the time and freedom to focus on your passion? The doors to Stress Free School Counseling close on 1/14/21 and will NOT reopen. Sign up now! Connect...

20. 5 things I wish I knew when I first started counseling 05.01.2021

Show Notes and Links In today's episode, I share 5 things I wish I knew when I first started counseling. Maybe my past mistakes will help prevent you from making the same ones! Sign up for my MASTERCLASS here >>> 3 secrets to transform your counseling program to increase your impact and get the recognition you deserve Connect with Rachel on social media: TpT Store Blog Instagram Facebook Page Face...

19. How to Switch Your Counseling Strategy Mid-year 29.12.2020

Show Notes and Links Did you know it's not too late to switch up your counseling strategy? In today's episode, I share why the new year is the perfect time to make some changes to increase your productivity and decrease your stress! Sign up for my MASTERCLASS here >>> 3 secrets to transform your counseling program to increase your impact and get the recognition you deserve Connect with Rachel on s...

18. How to Immediately Free Up Time in your Schedule 22.12.2020

Show Notes and Links In today's episode I share a trick for immediately freeing up time in your schedule. Free Resource Library Join us in the Facebook group! Download the Stress Free School Counseling Freebie RescueTime Toggl Connect with Rachel on social media: TpT Store Blog Instagram Facebook Page Facebook Group Pinterest  Youtube If you are enjoying School Counseling Simplified please subscri...

17. 5 Strategies for Stress Free Data Collection 17.12.2020

Show Notes and Links In today's episode, I share 5 easy to implement strategies to help you collect and analyze data in your counseling program so you can increase your impact and get the recognition you deserve! Quantifying Sessions Provided Google Calendar Counseling Log and Caseload  Quantifying Student Progress Self-Assessments Behavior Surveys  End of the Year Report  Download the Stress Free...

16. Mastering Data Collection to get the Recognition You Deserve! 15.12.2020

Show Notes and Links In today's episode, I share how collecting data can help you fine-tune your counseling program to best serve your students and help you advocate for your role. Mastering data collection can help to increase your impact and get the recognition you deserve! Download the Stress Free Data Collection Freebie here! Or you can email me at rachel@brightfutures-counseling.com  or send...

15. 5 Strategies for Stress Free Organization 10.12.2020

Show Notes and Links In today's episode, I share 5 easy to implement strategies to help you organize your counseling program so you can increase your impact and get the recognition you deserve! Create a Caseload Spreadsheet Create a Counseling Log Use Voice Memos to Keep Notes Digital while on the Go Color Code Your Calendar Create a Digital To-do List  Download the Stress Free Organization Freebi...

14. Organize your Work Life to Increase your Impact 08.12.2020

Show Notes and Links In today's episode, I share how organizing your office and desktop can make your counseling life easier! By freeing up time spent looking for things you can help more students. Increasing your efficiency increases your impact! Download the Stress Free Organization Freebie here! Or you can email me at rachel@brightfutures-counseling.com  or send me a dm on Instagram to get the...

13. 5 Strategies for Stress Free Scheduling 03.12.2020

Show Notes and Links In today's episode, I share 5 easy to implement strategies to help you free up space in your day so you can increase your impact! Batch Communication Schedule in a Planning Period Have Teachers Sign-Up for Class Lessons Establish a Crisis Response Team Protocol Schedule Recurring Sessions with Students  Download the Stress Free Scheduling Freebie here! Or you can email me at r...

12. How Taking Control of your Schedule can Increase your Impact 01.12.2020

Show Notes and Links In today's episode, I share how taking control of your schedule can increase your impact! By freeing up time in your schedule you can help more students. My challenge to you: try a time audit and mindset shift to get started. Download the Stress Free Scheduling Freebie here! Or you can email me at rachel@brightfutures-counseling.com  or send me a dm on Instagram to get the lin...

11. How to Plan Individual Sessions 24.11.2020

Show Notes and Links For the final tier of school counseling interventions, we deep dive into individual sessions. Today I share with you what to do in each session, which students you should see, and how to stay organized during one-on-one counseling. ASCA Competencies Amazon Stickers Free Resource Library How to Plan Individual Sessions Connect with Rachel on social media: TpT Store Blog Instagr...

10. How to Plan Small Groups 17.11.2020

Show Notes and Links In today's episode, I share tips on how to plan small groups! I break down how to find students, how to schedule your groups, how long to meet for, and what to do during a group session. Ready to Regulate (Self-Regulation) Group DIGITAL UPDATE! Free Resource Library How to Plan Small Groups Blog Post  Connect with Rachel on social media: TpT Store Blog Instagram Facebook Page...

9. Small Groups at the HS level and Tik Tok with Lauren 10.11.2020

Show Notes and Links In today's episode, I interview Lauren from Counselor Clique. We chat about what it's like to be a high school counselor and how she connects with students through small groups. We also chat about how school counselors can use Tik Tok and Instagram Reels to help students and connect with other counselors! Watch the interview on YouTube! Free Resource Library Lauren's blog and...

8. Distance Learning Tech Tools with Carla 03.11.2020

Show Notes and Links Elementary school counselor, Carla, and I chat about how to use tech tools to make distance learning easier at the elementary level. Watch the interview on YouTube! Free Resource Library Carla's blog and Instagram Connect with Rachel on social media: TpT Store Blog Instagram Facebook Page Facebook Group Pinterest  Youtube If you are enjoying School Counseling Simplified please...

7. How to Plan Guidance Lessons 27.10.2020

Show Notes and Links In today's episode, I share how to plan tier 1 classroom guidance lessons. Escape Room Style Guidance Lessons Guidance Lessons Bundle  YouTube Video Resource Guide  Free Resource Library Connect with Rachel on social media: TpT Store Blog Instagram Facebook Page Facebook Group Pinterest  Youtube If you are enjoying School Counseling Simplified please subscribe and leave us a r...

6. The Importance of Advocating for your Role as a School Counselor 20.10.2020

Show Notes and Links In today's episode, I share how to advocate for your role as the school counselor so you can best serve your students and get the respect you deserve! Feeling Lonely? Join our Facebook Group ! Editable Meet the Counselor Game Show  Google Sites ASCA Handout ASCA Handout 2 ASCA Handout 3 Editable End of the Year Report  Meet the Counselor Brochure >>> Free Resource Library Conn...

5. How to Host Minute Meetings That Make a Difference 13.10.2020

In today's episode, I share how you can use minute meetings to connect with all of your students, not just those frequent flyers! I also share tips for advocating for your position and using Google Forms to collect minute meeting data. Show Notes and Links How to Host Minute Meetings That Make a Difference Blog Post Free Resource Library Connect with Rachel on social media: TpT Store Blog Instagra...

4. Bullying Prevention Month Ideas 08.10.2020

October is Bullying Prevention Month! In this BONUS episode, I give you ideas for bullying prevention activities to spread awareness. Show Notes and Links Free Resource Library Bullying Prevention Videos: For the Birds The NED Show Talent Show Kitchen Table School Counseling YouTube Video Resource Guide Connect with Rachel on social media: TpT Store Blog Instagram Facebook Page Facebook Group Pint...

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