If you’ve ever walked onto campus feeling like you’re already bracing for battle – ready to defend your role, your time, and your boundaries – you’re not alone. Most school counselors have been there. We’re taught to protect ourselves early in our careers, to guard against being overloaded or overlooked. But here’s the truth most […]

School refusal isn’t about defiance – it’s communication. Learn how school counselors can respond with empathy, connection, and practical strategies that really work.

Feeling like you’re not doing enough?
You’re not alone—and you’re not the problem.

This post dives into:
– Why the school system was never built for counselors
– How we’ve turned the ASCA Model into a measuring stick
– What happens when data becomes self-surveillance
– And why it’s okay to let go of the map and take a detour

If you’re tired of trying to “do it all” and still feeling like you’re falling short… this one’s for you.

Most school counselors are told to advocate for their role. But real influence isn’t earned through advocacy: It’s earned through presence. This post breaks down the five traits that build trust with school leaders and how to lead without waiting for permission.

School counseling isn’t what it used to be.The role is shifting—and in a lot of places, it’s happening fast. Depending on where you work, “school counselor” could mean three very different things right now.And if you’re not paying attention to which one you’re being seen as, you could find yourself squeezed out without even realizing […]

Discover repeatable frameworks to elevate your school counseling practice and feel more confident and capable in your work. Learn practical strategies to reduce overwhelm and better serve your students.

Feeling unprepared can be one of the biggest stressors for school counselors. Whether it’s the global sense of not being ready for the role after grad school or the day-to-day surprises like unexpected crises, not feeling prepared can leave us questioning our decisions and feeling overwhelmed. As we approach the end of December and look […]

Habits are the secret sauce to keeping ourselves sane and productive, especially in the whirlwind that is school counseling. Without solid habits, our days can feel like one giant juggling act, constantly reacting to the next emergency instead of proactively supporting our students.

School counselors, are you feeling the weight of being the emotional anchor on your campus? In this post, inspired by the “School for School Counselors” podcast, we explore how to balance joy with realistic expectations to prevent burnout. Being the go-to problem solver is a heavy burden, but it doesn’t have to lead to exhaustion.

Self-care: a principle that evokes either excitement and hope or skepticism and annoyance. Let’s dive deep into the complex dynamics of self-care: why it can feel stressful, dismissive, unrealistic, and ignorant at times, and identify how to actually use self-care to its full advantage. How often do administrators and other well-meaning folks schedule required in-service […]