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Published work on student trauma
Responding to Student Trauma, A Toolkit for Schools in Times of Crisis is a go-to resource for anyone looking for more information on the impact of trauma and how to help someone as they navigate living with trauma impact. You can also walk away with a full plan for your school, organization, or group through the activities and worksheets.
Portfolio and examples
Find Lessons, worksheets, free downloads, and information from my 10 years as a School Counselor, educator, lesson contractor, and adviser.
WT card decks for adults and kids
Out of a need to have more counseling tools for secondary kids that are engaging and reflective of their true selves, the kid card deck will provide techniques for students, children, and teens coping skills and mindful moments.
Recently, having gone through my own personal trials while managing home, work, and growth, I created a second deck for adults. This is a collection of things I have learned through reading, participating in good therapy, speaking with my lovely friends and family, and just remaining a curious everyday learner.
Both decks have kit options perfect for gifts.
Decks and Sets
Card deck sets give you everything you need to create a quiet space for yourself or your kid to take a moment. Our lives are wonderfully chaotic and fast-moving, just a second and a little personal spot every so often is all you need. Decks are also perfect to pull out on the spot, take along with you, place around the house, or add to a card to a friend.
Book: Responding to Student Trauma
From the publisher:
Responding to Student Trauma is an urgent addition to current trauma response practices. Written by a middle school counselor, this easy-to-follow book provides a framework for understanding and responding to the needs of students experiencing trauma. With many schools lacking adequate staff for supporting student mental health, this guide gives educators the information and strategies they need to address the specific needs of their students.
Packed with strategies to use immediately, Responding to Student Trauma categorizes trauma according to the source: self/home, school, community, and country/world. It directly addresses how to respond to crises currently facing students and educators and includes tips for planning ahead to be ready for the next crisis.
The versatile structure allows Responding to Student Trauma to be used as a standalone resource, as a supplement to existing programs, or as a trauma response framework to create a schoolwide program. Having clear and comprehensive programs for times of crisis and students who are struggling with traumatic experiences allows staff to support student mental health and helps reduce staff anxiety and uncertainty about unexpected incidents.
Digital content includes a reproducible school-planning worksheet, teacher quick-guide worksheet, and action items checklist to ensure the entire staff is trained and feels prepared to respond quickly to situations. A free downloadable PLC/Book Study Guide available at freespirit.com/PLC.