Monica Bryant's Leadership, Self-Care, and Making Students Feel Seen

Anna Gisetti interviews Monica Bryant, an experienced elementary school counselor from Nevada. Monica shares her journey from teaching to school counseling, highlighting her leadership roles in state and national school counselor associations. She discusses her passion for making students feel seen and heard, particularly at the elementary level, and recommends diverse picture books that support social-emotional learning.Bryant emphasizes the importance of self-care and setting boundaries, advocating for school counselors to say "no" and protect their mental health. She discusses overcoming challenges in educational settings by focusing on what's best for students and maintaining clear communication.The conversation explores Monica's strategies for preventing burnout, her love of travel, and her advice for new school counselors. She encourages professionals to build their programs gradually, be confident in their expertise, and remember that leadership comes in many forms. The episode offers an inspiring look into the world of school counseling.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.