Resources for School Counselors

Here is a list of high-quality resources to support you in the incredible work you do every day with students and families.

 For Counselors: 

• WholeHearted School Counseling Library: Access free posters (like the “What’s Behind Anger?” iceberg) and SEL check-in sheets to decorate your space and facilitate breakthroughs.
• The Pathway 2 Success (100 Coping Strategies): A two-page printable. Perfect as a “take-home” resource for students working on emotional regulation.
• Confident Counselors’ Virtual Games: Engaging digital tools, including a Virtual Sandtray and Marble Jar, designed to make remote or tech-integrated counseling sessions more interactive.
• Child Health and Development Institute: A variety of resources to support student’s mental health for schools, providers and families.
• ASCA’s guide to help student in troubling times: Tips and resources

For Students: 

• Finch App: A favorite for health and wellness. Students care for a virtual pet by completing real-life self-care habits. Free version available.
• MindShift CBT App: Developed specifically for youth, this app uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy strategies to help kids “shift” their thinking patterns.
• Insight Timer: Excellent guided meditations. Search for “Sleep for Kids” or “Anxiety” for quick, in-office grounding. Free version available.
• Smiling Mind App: A non-profit app offering age-specific mindfulness programs tailored for both individual use and the classroom.
• Centre for Clinical Interventions: Free self help workbooks and handouts related to topics such as self esteem, perfectionism, social anxiety and more.

For Parents:

• Parenting Resources from Psychologists at the American Psychological Association listing free courses and websources.
• Good Inside by Dr. Becky Kennedy
• How to Talk so Kids will Listen, and Listen so Kids will Talk by Adele Faber and Elaine Mazlish
• The Whole-Brain Child by Dr. Dan Siegel and Dr. Tina Bryson
• No Drama Discipline by Dr. Dan Siegel and Dr. Tina Bryson

Crisis Support:

• Child Mind Institute Resource Center: A database of articles and “Quick Facts” to help parents navigate ADHD, grief, and learning differences.
• The 988 Digital Toolkit: Easy-to-use graphics and links for your school’s website or social media to ensure every student knows how to reach the Crisis Lifeline.
• “Stand Up to Stress” Coloring Books: Free, downloadable coloring books in both English and Spanish from the National Institute of Mental Health.

Let’s Support Students Together

At Sage Wellness, we know that school-based support is just one piece of the puzzle. If you have a student who requires consistent, long-term therapeutic care beyond the school setting in Alachua county, we are here to help.

Why refer to Sage Wellness?

When you refer a student to us, you aren’t just passing them off, you are ensuring they step into a support system designed for speed, fit, and accessibility. We love collaborating with you and their teacher to provide them the most comprehensive support possible.

• 24-Hour Turnaround Time We know that when a student is struggling, every day counts. We prioritize rapid intake, meaning if a student or family needs support, we can often get them in for an appointment within one business day.
• The Right Client/Therapist Match Therapy works best when there is a genuine connection. We don’t just assign the next open slot; we carefully match each student with a therapist whose personality and expertise align with their specific needs.
• Convenient Care (8am – 8pm) With two Gainesville office locations and hours from 8am to 8pm, we make it easy for families to prioritize mental health without missing school or work.
• Support Between Sessions Growth doesn’t just happen in the therapist’s office. We offer support between scheduled sessions to provide a consistent safety net for students and families during their most challenging moments.
• We work with health insurance. We have a variety of price points for counseling services and contract with various health insurance companies to make counseling accessible.

Serving Florida residents and our in-person locations in Gainesville, Florida and virtually.

*To share a resource that we can add to this page, please email it to info@GainesvilleSage.com