March is Self-Harm Awareness Month, and as school counselors, we need to be prepared. In this episode, we cover how to recognize the warning signs, approach students with care, and provide them with real, effective coping strategies.

This is a heavy topic—but you are not alone. By the end of this episode, you’ll have practical steps to confidently support students who self-harm, without feeling overwhelmed.

What You’ll Learn:

✔️ The real reason students self-harm (it’s not for attention)

✔️ How to identify warning signs—even when students try to hide it

✔️ The best way to start the conversation without making them shut down

✔️ Healthy alternatives to self-harm (spoiler: red markers & ice cubes work wonders)

✔️ Why involving parents can be tricky—and how to do it right

✔️ How to create a safety plan that actually helps

✔️ Self-care for you—because this is heavy work

Grab the Show Notes: Counselingessentials.org/podcast

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