130. Recognizing The Signs: Early Indicators Of Student Struggle Counselor Chat podcast

130. Recognizing the Signs: Early Indicators of Student Struggle

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The first few weeks of school aren’t just about bulletin boards and icebreakers. They’re the perfect time to notice the small shifts in our students that tell us something deeper might be going on.

In this episode, I'm sharing practical ways to recognize red flags early, along with strategies to check in without making students feel called out.

What you’ll learn in this episode:

How to spot withdrawal in a student who used to be engaged
Why perfectionism may really be anxiety in disguise
When humor turns from fun to a red flag
The patterns behind frequent nurse visits
How to check in with “everything’s fine” students
The top “early warning radar” signs to watch for weeks 1–4

Encouragement for Counselors:

Your instincts matter. Be curious, not judgmental. A small check-in today can redirect the entire course of a student’s year, and sometimes, their life.

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Grab the Show Notes: Counselingessentials.org/podcast

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