Solution Focused Schools Unlimited

This episode will provide specific questions and approaches for school counselors, teachers and administrators to use when starting back to school, whether virtual or, face to face.  We all face uncertainty with this school year, yet probably, to most of us, uncertainty itself is not new!  Learn how to respond to uncertainty when it attempts to take over a teacher, student or parent. &nb...

When people learn about the solution focused approach and begin to apply it to certain situations at schools, they still get stuck at times when situations outside of their comfort zone arrive at their door.  Well, its the solution focused approach to the rescue again!  No matter the dilemma, no matter the issue, (outside, of course, of basic needs, but even then...) the three steps of t...

This episode describes how the solution focused mindset can encourage us to watch our biases toward others and reach out to them, whether in our personal lives, our communities or at school. Learn about the Promise Program and get specifics on how to address marginalized students so that they feel hope in their lives. Information about a free weekly webinar is included as well as how to register f...

This podcast gives a case from the forthcoming 2nd edition of Parenting Toward Solutions- a book written for parents that gives them the chance to use the solution focused approach in their parenting. Listeners will hear questions to ask to empower parents and facilitate conversations so that parents learn how to build solutions as unique as their children.

This episode includes ideas, developed from the article by Michael White, “Saying hullo again: The incorporation of the lost relationship in the resolution of grief (1988).” A mention of a clip from Finding Neverland, a movie, provides a nice way of explaining the act of keeping loved ones close after their passing. Questions to ask students, teachers and other adults virtually or in person are in...

Whether you do virtual counseling or face to face, students who are not engaged are challenging. This podcast takes a look at what Maslow said about self-actualization and the incredible need that we all have, especially some of our students, to feel a part of something. Learn some new ways of thinking about the resistant student  that can give you one more try to reach that student who seems...

This episode talks about disappointments and sad situations that intrude in students’ lives. While recorded during the Pandemic, the steps shared can be used any time. The use of narrative therapy and the idea of externalizing problems is covered with examples of questions to ask.

This episode describes qualities that can ultimately help us work with students, clients, teachers and parents as we are challenged by the pandemic. Listen for solution focused questions throughout that can help you recognize your expertise and the expertise of those you work with. There is always an expert- we just have to focus enough to see the expert inside each of us.

When crises occur, most people panic and reach out to others for assistance in adapting to change. This episode takes the solution focused approach and demonstrates how it can be adapted to working with anyone dealing with a critical situation. The ideas here can be used with individuals, families, groups and debriefing situations. To purchase Counseling Toward Solutions, 3rd edition, go to: https...

This episode focuses on how students can generate their own strategies for eliminating test anxiety and other challenges through the solution focused process. It also goes over typical ways schools attempt to help students succeed during test season and invites schools to carefully examine strategies that have worked before. Purchase Counseling Toward Solutions at https://www.amazon.com/Counseling...

This episode shares some information about using the solution focused approach to decrease student suspensions and misbehaviors. Steps to take are included that honor policies but add a different strategy to dealing with students of concern. Order the book here: https://www.amazon.com/Counseling-Toward-Solutions-Practical-Solution-Focused/dp/1727576810/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?keywords=counseling+towards+so...

Counselors and staff often see the same students and teachers and hear from the same parents. Learn two steps to follow to lessen the number of referrals and increase student and teacher competency. To purchase the book, Counseling Toward Solutions, click here:: https://www.amazon.com/Counseling-Toward-Solutions-Practical-Solution-Focused/dp/1727576810/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?keywords=counseling+toward+sol...

This episode describes a case that led to the development of a systemic intervention that the author developed. The intervention increases the success of students, teachers and parents as they try out new strategies for success. To order the book, Counseling Toward Solutions, click below: https://www.amazon.com/Counseling-Toward-Solutions-Practical-Solution-Focused/dp/1727576810/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?key...

Learn 3 steps to use in conversations with school clients (students, teachers and parents) to help create a preferred future of where success becomes a possibility. Getting tons of forms to use in the book, Counseling Toward Solutions! Click here to see the book: https://www.amazon.com/Counseling-Toward-Solutions-Practical-Solution-Focused/dp/1727576810/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?keywords=counseling+toward+so...

Using the miracle question takes time and patience. This episode explains how to use it with elementary and secondary students. For more questions and guides check out The book, Counseling Toward Solutions here: https://www.amazon.com/Counseling-Toward-Solutions-Practical-Solution-Focused/dp/1727576810/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?keywords=counseling+toward+solutions&qid=1582420502&sprefix=counselinf+toward+&sr...

The solution focused approach is not about certain questions to ask or strategies to construct- its a mindset. This episode touches on how to get into that mindset by always watching out for exceptions and seeing students with a new lens. For a complete guide to the SF mindset in schools, check out the book, Counseling Toward Solutions here: https://www.amazon.com/Counseling-Toward-Solutions-Pract...

An introduction to thinking differently about students using a solution focused lens. Includes a true case study. For a complete overview of the solution focused approach in schools, check out the book, Counseling Toward Solutions here: https://www.amazon.com/Counseling-Toward-Solutions-Practical-Solution-Focused/dp/1727576810/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?keywords=counseling+toward+solutions&qid=1582420502&spre...