Laura Driscoll

Social Emotional Workshop

School Psychologist

PreK - 8

About Laura

Laura is a former school psychologist with over a decade of experience in developing practical, effective resources to improve social-emotional skills among students. With a deep understanding of the unique challenges faced by school counselors, Laura now focuses on creating accessible, evidence-based counseling tools and training programs.

She combines her straightforward, compassionate approach with a commitment to helping school-based mental health professionals empower students through practical social-emotional learning strategies. Laura's work bridges the gap between theory and everyday practice, equipping educators with actionable insights that make a difference in students' lives.

Education & Certifications

BS Psychology, University of Maryland, College Park
MA & CAGS School Psychology, Tufts University

Leadership in Social Emotional Learning & Character Development

Expertise

Individual Counseling in SchoolsCBT-Based InterventionsSocial Emotional Learning ImplementationImplementing MTSSBehavior Intervention

A Tip from Laura

Build every session on the same bones: check in, teach a skill, practice together, try it solo, calming strategy, and exit. Predictability puts students at ease, freeing them to do the hard work counseling asks of them.

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