A practical, strengths-based approach for helping students and stakeholders move forward more effectively. This engaging, experiential workshop places direct emphasis on solutions rather than dwelling on problems — equipping professionals to guide students in recognizing exceptions to challenges, envisioning preferred futures, and leveraging existing strengths.

“To change what we do is to change what we view.”

Applicable in individual counseling, small groups, classroom lessons, consultation, career planning, and parent conferences.

Step-by-step instruction for accessing, collecting, analyzing, managing, and reporting data. Participants start with the basics and work up to advanced functions including pivot tables, charts, progress monitoring, and closing-the-gap reports. The online version features almost 3.5 hours of video content plus practice spreadsheets and the T.E.A.R.S. add-in.

Live workshop participants receive a free two-year pass to the online Data Boot Camp. Also features the AutoCTG app for automated PowerPoint reporting.

Artificial intelligence is already reshaping education. This hands-on workshop offers a practical exploration of today’s generative AI tools — their potential, limitations, and ethical considerations — with real-world applications for the counseling role. Participants discover concrete ways AI can support their work and reclaim time for students.

Whether you’re AI-curious or already experimenting, this session expands your skillset and helps you see AI as a genuine opportunity — not a threat or a gimmick.

Anxiety is a normal part of living — until it’s not. For many students, persistent and irrational anxiety interferes with daily activities and hinders achievement. This session overviews contributing factors and provides practical interventions school counselors can use immediately as part of a comprehensive program.

Topics: stress factors, progressive muscle relaxation, breathing, decision fatigue, FoMo, biofeedback, solution-focused relaxation, guided imagery, and mindfulness apps.

Learn the most powerful features of Word, Excel, your web browser, and Google tools — plus Dr. Sabella’s most coveted tips and shortcuts that immediately improve productivity and reduce time spent on routine tasks. Available as hands-on laptop training, a demonstration keynote, or half-day session. Fully customizable to your team’s tech competency level.

School counselors are financially undervalued. Until that changes, many need strategies to monetize their unique time and talents beyond the school building. Based on the book by Sabella and Lerner, this inspiring workshop covers everything from setting up your business to promoting your product or service.

Revenue streams: creating resources, authoring books, public speaking, developing tools, selling merchandise, adjunct teaching, and private practice counseling.

When done well, small-group counseling and whole-classroom lessons are among the most effective and efficient ways for students to advance knowledge, skills, and attitudes across academic, social-emotional, and career domains. Learn and practice activities that make lessons come alive and actually stick.

Over 25 group activities covered, including BiblioCounseling, CinemaCounseling, Fishbowl, Guided Imagery, Psychodrama, Inner/Outer Circle, Values Clarification, and more.

Too many school counselors walk into meetings without a clear framework. The most effective ones work from a deliberate toolkit of evidence-based approaches. This practical workshop deepens understanding of counseling theory and sharpens the skills needed to make the most of every meeting with students and stakeholders.

Theories: Person-Centered, REBT, Choice Theory, Behavioral, and Solution-Focused Brief Counseling.