CTC Standard 21:
"School counselors must also be able to assist pupils in: becoming knowledgeable about themselves and others; skilled in communicating effectively; capable of cooperating with and understanding others; able to show interest in, tolerance of and appreciation for differences between people; and being proficient in working through conflicts, problems and disagreements successfully."
Overview
The last of the 3 domains is SEL. It is such a huge responsibility and privilege to have clients/students trust you enough to open up about their feelings and different situations that led to that. I had the opportunity to provide trauma informed education around the 5 stages of grief by Kubler Ross, hold space for students to share what their family dynamic means to them, and more. My training as a Marriage and Family Therapists has definitely contributed to helping me develop the skills needed to discuss personal and social topics.