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Counselor Accents

Counselor Accents

By Laura Rankhorn and Kim Crumbley

A school counseling podcast for school counselors! Join us as we share practical tips for school counselors, social emotional learning strategies, and technology that will enhance your counseling program. We are 2 school counselors who love our jobs, and we happen to have southern accents, bless our hearts.
elementary school counselors, middle school counselors, high school counselors, educator podcast, education, substance abuse, trauma informed schools, small groups, individual counseling, virtual counseling, grief counseling, mental health, career lessons, academic counseling, self care
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Counselor AccentsApr 19, 2021

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Stress Contagion and School Counselors
Mar 24, 202450:09
The School Counselor's Role in Helping Students Transition to the Next Grade Level

The School Counselor's Role in Helping Students Transition to the Next Grade Level

School counseling means sharing in rites of passage for our students. Moving to the next grade is one of those! In this episode we're sharing a few rubber meets the road things you can get started on now to make transitioning to the next grade level go smoothly for your students and teachers!

Feb 27, 202434:11
School-Wide Test Taking Tips for School Counselors and Building Test Coordinators
Feb 19, 202438:13
Too Many School Counseling Tasks and Not Enough Time!

Too Many School Counseling Tasks and Not Enough Time!

Tis the season for so many school counseling tasks! Then again, when ISN'T the season for so many school counseling tasks?! When there are too many school counseling tasks and not enough time, we might start to feel hopelessness, anger, bitterness, frustration, and burn out. We believe we have 5 ways to avoid these pitfalls. Listen for a few strategies that just might help you avoid burn out this season!

Feb 12, 202432:32
More Behavior Strategies for School Counselors to Use
Feb 06, 202435:08
Behavior Tips for School Counselors from the School Counselor Coach
Jan 28, 202436:56
Raising the Tough Kid As a School Counselor
Jan 17, 202456:26
5+ Ideas for National School Counseling Week

5+ Ideas for National School Counseling Week

National School Counseling Week is such an important week for school counselors. We're sharing five (or more) ideas on ways you can spread the word and "humble brag" about your school counseling program during National School Counseling Week 2024. Just a word of caution: it's not about receiving gifts during National School Counseling Week. It's about advocating for your program.

Jan 10, 202418:43
Tapped Out- Emotional Freedom Techniques with Kathleen Weber
Dec 31, 202344:12
Counseling Solutions Using Everyday Items
Dec 18, 202301:00:42
Trauma Informed with Michael McKnight
Nov 20, 202301:07:06
Help, I'm Drowning! Apps and Technology to Help You Work Smarter Not Harder

Help, I'm Drowning! Apps and Technology to Help You Work Smarter Not Harder

Anybody else feel like you're drowning? We want to help you by suggesting some apps and technology that can help you work smarter not harder! Listen as we share about 12 different tools that we've either used or plan to use to help us from day to day as school counselors. We're curious- what apps help you each day?

Nov 14, 202330:36
Kim's Fall Break Adventure AND Info About Our Behavior Conference

Kim's Fall Break Adventure AND Info About Our Behavior Conference

We felt like taking a quick break from talking about school counseling strategies and wanted to share a story about Kim's near brush with who knows what during fall break! Kim has a flair for exaggeration, but something tells me this story is accurate! Listen as she takes us on a journey!

We also take a few minutes in this episode to talk about our upcoming behavior conference! We are consistently asked about how to manage behaviors, and how to support teachers in managing behaviors. We are putting together a conference to help with those questions! Find out how YOU can earn an extra paycheck through this behavior conference.


https://forms.gle/fp1JKhF894pjxAuk9

Nov 08, 202335:06
Everyone Has a Story- Before, During, and After a Personal Tragedy
Oct 23, 202301:09:05
What Would You Do If...
Oct 08, 202338:32
Shine a Light on Your School Counseling Program- Marketing Your Program with Sweety Patel

Shine a Light on Your School Counseling Program- Marketing Your Program with Sweety Patel

In this episode Sweety Patel shares some of the highlights from her article for the ASCA magazine where she talked about the importance of marketing your school counseling program. Marketing your program is vital so that others know about the great things that you are doing in your school and community! She focuses specifically on using social media to reach the community. We hope you are inspired to shine a light on your program after listening to this episode!

Oct 01, 202344:43
School Counseling Amazon Must-Haves
Sep 18, 202327:42
Everyone Has a Story- A Story of Childhood Trauma
Sep 04, 202358:47
The How and Why of Play Therapy at All Age Levels
Aug 28, 202301:07:21
Teaching Teachers About Trauma

Teaching Teachers About Trauma

We believe it is important that teachers know the role of the school counselor, but as behaviors are changing, our message and training should change too. In this episode we are sharing why teachers need to be trauma informed, and we are also giving rubber meets the road training points to include when you talk to your faculty. And of course we have some laughs along the way.

Aug 16, 202340:12
The Importance of Collaborating Across All Grade Levels
Aug 06, 202350:18
Everyone Has a Story: The Devastating Effects of a Sextortion Scam
Jul 30, 202348:12
Our Summer Reading (Watch or Listen) List

Our Summer Reading (Watch or Listen) List

When we finally have a little down time to sit back and enjoy a good book, podcast, or TV show, it can be frustrating if we don't know what to read, watch, or listen to! In this episode we're giving you our school counselor summer reading list. We've included a mix of nonfiction, fiction, plus OUR book Growing Your Program for School Counselors that was just recently released. Start compiling your list today and let us know whose list you like better, Laura's or Kim's!

Jul 23, 202334:00
Live from the ASCA Conference!
Jul 18, 202314:43
Part 2: Adding Creativity to Your School Counseling Program

Part 2: Adding Creativity to Your School Counseling Program

This is part 2 of how to add creativity to your school counseling program. In this episode we share several rubber meets the road tips, as well as some stories, and of course some laughs. We truly believe that finding that creativity and tapping into what you're passionate about can be a game changer for your upcoming school year.

Jul 03, 202330:39
Adding Creativity to Your School Counseling Program

Adding Creativity to Your School Counseling Program

We believe that this time of year is the perfect time to reflect and think about what worked this year, and what improvements can be made for the upcoming year. In this episode we give several rubber meets the road tips on how to add creativity to your school counseling program, and why we think it's important. There are so many tips and discussions about each tip, we decided to make this 2 episodes. Enjoy the first half this week and the second half next week.

Jun 20, 202336:40
Marketing, Minute Meetings, and More with Dr. Danielle Schultz

Marketing, Minute Meetings, and More with Dr. Danielle Schultz

Dr. Danielle Schultz is a treasure trove of ideas and information. Our brains were in constant planning mode when we finished this episode. Listen in as she gives us the ideas behind minute meetings, how she has made them work over the years, and how she uses the information. We also pick her brain about how she markets her school counseling program and why it's important. We guarantee you will come away from this episode with a few new ideas on how to take your school counseling program to the next level!

Jun 13, 202339:34
Interviewing the Interviewer

Interviewing the Interviewer

You may be tempted to skip this episode if you are snug and content in your current role; however, we would encourage you to give it a listen anyway! The idea behind this episode is to help those of you who are searching for jobs to interview the interviewer. Ask questions to make sure the school will be a good fit for you. If you aren't able to be selective, at least the answers you get from these questions will help you know what to expect on your first day. It is always good to ask questions to ensure your understanding of your role lines up with your administrator's expectation of the role of the school counselor. Even if it's your 21st year, these questions may help guide a conversation with your administrator to bring new life to this upcoming year!

Jun 07, 202335:10
What to Do When You Feel Like Quitting
Apr 17, 202342:05
Everybody Has a Story- The Why Behind the Behavior

Everybody Has a Story- The Why Behind the Behavior

Steve Simpson, a New York media veteran and nationally recognized, award-winning child advocate, shares his personal story. As he does, he points out some of the reasons for the behaviors we see in our students. At a time when educators are wondering how to handle the behavior issues they are seeing, Steve's story and solutions are very needed. As you listen to this episode, we are certain that you will be thinking of students you've encountered over the years. Perhaps Steve's story will shed light on the why behind the behavior.


Check out Steve's books here.



Apr 03, 202301:15:33
Behavior Strategies with Amie Dean the Behavior Queen

Behavior Strategies with Amie Dean the Behavior Queen

This may be our most needed podcast yet! Amie Dean, the Behavior Queen is sharing timely, quick, and easy strategies to use with various student behaviors. As school counselors we are often viewed as the specialists on student behavior; however, the behaviors we have witnessed and heard about in recent years have escalated quickly. This will be an episode you will want to listen to multiple times in order to grasp the rubber meets the road practical tips that Amie shares with us.

Mar 21, 202301:16:59
School Counseling Leadership with Matthew McClain

School Counseling Leadership with Matthew McClain

We have said it before, and we will no doubt say it again- school counselors are leaders.  ASCA tells us this.  You are a leader in your school, community, and even nation!  Matthew McClain, Executive Director of the Colorado School Counselor Association, drives home the reason why this is so important.  He explains how he got started in school counseling leadership, and what a difference it has made in his career!  Listen in as he shares practical, rubber meets the road tips that will help propel you forward in your school counseling role!

Mar 13, 202343:37
The Reasons for the Increase in Educator Burnout

The Reasons for the Increase in Educator Burnout

In this episode we talk about the drastic rise in educator burnout.  We are tackling the reasons why educators are walking away from the profession at an alarming rate.  We will be doing another episode soon on school counselor burnout.  If you haven't already, go comment on our Instagram or Facebook post on this topic.  This episode is coming at you straight from the Dayton, Ohio airport!  

Feb 20, 202329:13
Data Driven Small Groups

Data Driven Small Groups

Trust us- don't skip this one just because you don't do small groups.  Whether you run small groups or not, we promise this is worth the listen!  Sarah Flier is full of wisdom and school counseling knowledge.  She shares so much information on school counseling that it's easy to see why she was one of the finalists for the National School Counselor of the Year!  

Feb 14, 202343:47
Raised by Wolves- Building a Bridge for Parent Relationships
Feb 06, 202355:30
Our First Ever Live Podcast with YOUR Questions

Our First Ever Live Podcast with YOUR Questions

This episode was like a party!  We are joined by several new and old school counseling friends from across the nation.  Listen in as we answer questions from YOU, our listeners!  We're talking about advocacy, National School Counseling Week, measuring student progress, heavy caseloads, and more!  If you didn't join us on this episode, make sure you don't miss the next one!  We'd like to give a shout out to our guest stars from all across the nation who joined us on this episode.  You all MADE this episode what it is!  We love you!

Jan 30, 202349:53
Bringing Nature into School Counseling

Bringing Nature into School Counseling

We love when people combine what they're passionate about with their school counseling role.  That's exactly what Dr. Ryan Reese has done with nature and school counseling.  In this episode he shares some of his findings about the benefits of exposing students to various elements of nature.  He also shares "rubber meets the road" tips that our listeners have come to expect and love from our guests.  Let this episode inspire you to start bringing some of the outside inside!  Let us know what you're doing to mix nature and school counseling!

Ryan Reese is an associate professor at Oregon State University- Cascades.  He is also the owner and operator of EcoWellness Counseling and Consulting.  www.ecowellnessbend.com

Jan 23, 202350:16
School Counseling Advocacy- The Why and How with Daniel Birdsong

School Counseling Advocacy- The Why and How with Daniel Birdsong

School counseling advocacy is so important.  We are responsible for spreading the word about the work that we do in order to break down walls and inaccurate mindsets about the job that we do.  Daniel Birdsong, the president of the Alabama School Counseling Association, shares some of the findings of his dissertation based on school counseling advocacy.  This is an episode you will want to listen to multiple times.  We would also recommend sharing it with your administrator and counseling supervisor.

Contact Daniel Birdsong: dbirdson@montevallo.edu

Jan 17, 202353:11
Wolfpack School Counseling
Jan 08, 202301:09:38
School Counselor Goals for the New Year

School Counselor Goals for the New Year

We are not fans of making resolutions for the new year.  We hate the thought of setting ourselves up for failure.  In this episode we talk about areas we want to focus on as school counselors using the principles outlined in the book by Dr. Nadine Burke Harris, The Deepest Well.  Instead of setting unrealistic goals, we want to focus on improving by 1% each day.  Listen in as we share our thoughts on what we would like to accomplish this year.  What are some goals or areas you want to focus on this year?

Jan 02, 202343:32
Tips for Making the Most of the Holiday Season

Tips for Making the Most of the Holiday Season

These will either be the worst tips or the best tips you've ever heard for making the most of the holiday season.  We know that this time of year can bring up a lot of emotions.  We have them, too!  In this episode we are adding to some of the Mayo Clinic's top tips for making the most of the holiday season.  One thing is guaranteed: you will have a smile on your face as you listen to us share these tips!

Dec 20, 202233:02
Managing Tough Behaviors Part 2

Managing Tough Behaviors Part 2

Have you noticed a shift in student behaviors?  You're not alone!  Joy Winchester joins us in this episode to explain why our students seem different these days, and how we can manage those different behaviors we are seeing.  She is always a wealth of information as she talks about strategies to use with students and teachers, the beauty of neuroplasticity, and more!  This may be one of those episodes you want to share with your staff!

Dec 05, 202201:08:32
Solutions for Online Dangers
Nov 15, 202201:06:19
How to Avoid Burnout AND the Alabama School Counselor of the Year

How to Avoid Burnout AND the Alabama School Counselor of the Year

It seems like school counselors (and educators, in general) are experiencing burnout at an alarming rate.  In this episode we are sharing three rubber meets the road tips to avoid burnout or to come out of burnout if you're finding yourself stuck.  Plus we announce who the Alabama Elementary School Counselor of the Year is... Spoiler alert: It's Kim!!!

Nov 07, 202246:16
Classroom Management and SO MUCH MORE with Cassie Stephens
Oct 25, 202257:32
School Counseling Questions and Answers

School Counseling Questions and Answers

In this episode we are discussing your burning school counseling questions.  We will talk about girl drama, sticky situations with administrators, tough Child Protective Services issues, and more!  Plus, you know we will have a few laughs along the way.  Listen and then do us a favor and rate and review this episode.

Oct 16, 202252:16
From Juvenile Delinquent to Juris Doctor- Hasan Davis
Oct 10, 202201:13:10
Human Trafficking in Your School: Recognizing the Signs

Human Trafficking in Your School: Recognizing the Signs

It is staggering to think about human trafficking happening in our country; however, the reality is that students in big cities AND rural communities are victims of human trafficking.  Christian Stanley and his wife, Rachel, work with victims of human trafficking in the US. In this episode Christian shares stories about how his team has searched for missing children.  He also shares about how his organization has uncovered trafficking victims through school assemblies and trainings.  Human trafficking can happen anywhere.  This episode is a great reminder of the signs to watch out for and who to call if you suspect a student is being trafficked.  

Christian's contact info is below.  Please let him know that you heard him on the Counselor Accents podcast!  Also consider donating to support the work that he and his team are doing!

christianstnl@gmail.com

251-599-8580 

http://saysomethingassembly.com/


If you would like to support what we are doing monthly click the link below!

https://giving.ag.org/donate/700001-2a7915?ministryname=2a7915&page=0

Oct 03, 202254:14
Sandy Austin- School Counseling Superwoman

Sandy Austin- School Counseling Superwoman

Sandy Austin is a legend among school counselors.  In this episode she talks about all of the programs she is involved in and how they directly benefit school counselors and our students.  Her B.I.O.N.I.C. program has been an answer to the bullying crisis that has impacted so many of our students.  She describes how the program has brought schools and communities closer together.  She is also involved in a program with ASCA that she describes, and she has written a course for parents to help them know what to do with situations that seem beyond their control.

Sep 20, 202201:00:03
6+ Takeaways From the RAMP Process

6+ Takeaways From the RAMP Process

Have you ever thought about completing the RAMP application process?  In this episode we are barely scratching the surface of what we learned while going through the RAMP steps.  You may learn a few things that can help you, or you may learn what NOT to do!  Either way, we hope this episode helps you get your head in the RAMP game!

Sep 12, 202234:12