A Realistic Approach to National School Counseling Week

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In this episode, Steph Johnson, a full-time school counselor, talks through National School Counseling Week, sharing her thoughts on its purpose and the many mixed emotions it stirs among school counselors.
Steph addresses various reactions from excitement to frustration and offers simple strategies for observing the week on campus.
She highlights the importance of effective advocacy, explains why internal support and relationship-building are crucial, and emphasizes the value of recognizing and validating counselors' efforts.
Additionally, Steph provides insights into the School for School Counselors Mastermind and encourages listeners to share their voices for an upcoming podcast episode.
00:00 Introduction and Purpose of National School Counseling Week

03:55 Different Reactions to National School Counseling Week

08:03 Challenges in Advocacy and Support

11:57 Effective Advocacy From the Inside Out

22:18 Low-Stress Ways to Observe National School Counseling Week

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Capíttulos

1. National School Counseling Week Controversy (00:00:00)

2. National School Counseling Week Advocacy (00:17:18)

3. Advocacy and Celebrating School Counseling (00:23:07)

4. Inspiring School Counselor Advocacy (00:29:51)