Description
How can you confidently support a student experiencing emotional or behavioral crisis? What actionable steps can you take to manage crises effectively, whether online or in person? Research shows that timely intervention during psychological or emotional crises can significantly improve student safety, well-being, and learning outcomes. Yet, many educators feel unprepared to respond when students show signs of distress, especially without formal mental health training. Join licensed therapist Támara Hill for this practical, empowering session as she guides you through a step-by-step process for identifying, managing, and de-escalating crises with students in both virtual and in-person settings. Explore strategies for recognizing early warning signs, implementing proactive support, and responding with confidence when a crisis arises. You will also gain a ready-to-use template for creating individualized crisis plans and learn effective ways to collaborate with parents and external resources to provide wraparound care for students. Támara's expertise in clinical mental health will equip you with realistic, compassionate tools to ensure every student receives the support they need during challenging times.
Objectives
Identify key indicators of student psychological, behavioral, and emotional crises. Explain the stages and components of an effective crisis management plan. Implement a step-by-step strategy to address student crises in both virtual and in-person contexts. Examine current practices and identify areas for improvement in response protocols. Assess the effectiveness of crisis interventions to determine needed adjustments. Design a personalized crisis management plan template for use with individual students.
