Candid Counselors
Two National School Counselors of the Year (Brian Coleman #SCOY19 and Olivia Carter #SCOY21) talk fun, failure, and finding your way as a school counselor. Come for the learning and stay for the laughs! New content will drop every two weeks or so on Sunday mornings. Let us know what you think! Like and subscribe! #CandidCounselors #SchoolCounselorLife #SchoolCounselors #SCOY19 #SCOY21
Episodes
5 days ago
5 days ago
How scandalocious!? A wild tornado has flown us back into the wonderful land of Oz!!! On this episode of the #CandidCounselors, we dive into #WickedForGood and decide if we've been changed for the better! See you on the yellow brick road! #SCOY19 #SCOY21 #Podcast #SchoolCounselorLife #SchoolCounselor
Sunday Dec 07, 2025
Candid Counselors Ep. 74: Our First Year As Counselors
Sunday Dec 07, 2025
Sunday Dec 07, 2025
On this episode, we jump in the time machine and go back to our first year as school counselors. We reflect on the highlights, lowlights, and everything in between! Take a listen and let us know resonates! #CandidCounselors #SCOY19 #SCOY21 #SchoolCounselor #Podcast #SchoolCounselorLife
Sunday Nov 23, 2025
Candid Counselors Ep. 73: Attendance Interventions
Sunday Nov 23, 2025
Sunday Nov 23, 2025
So many factors influence students' ability to attend (and engage in) school consistently. In this episode, we discuss many of those factors as well as interventions that counselors and school teams can implement to reengage students meaningfully. Take a listen and let us know what resonates! #CandidCounselors #SchoolCounselor #Podcast #SchoolCounselorLife #SCOY19 #SCOY21
Sunday Nov 09, 2025
Candid Counselors Ep. 72: Leading Meetings
Sunday Nov 09, 2025
Sunday Nov 09, 2025
School counselors are often called upon to participate in or lead several meetings each and everyday. In this episode, we discuss strategies and tools that can help you improve your meeting facilitation and organization! Take a listen and let us know what resonates! #CandidCounselors #SCOY19 #SCOY21 #Podcast #SchoolCounselorLife #SchoolCounselor
Sunday Oct 26, 2025
Candid Counselors Ep. 71: Mindfulness Matters
Sunday Oct 26, 2025
Sunday Oct 26, 2025
Are you looking to incorporate more mindfulness strategies into your work as school counselor? Or, do you need some support bringing mindful practices into your day-to-day experiences? In either case, we've got tips for you! In this episode, we explore our mindfulness activities that we use both personally and professionally! Take a listen and let us know what you found helpful! #CandidCounselors #Mindfulness #Podcast #SchoolCounselingLife #SCOY19 #SCOY21 #SchoolCounselor
Sunday Oct 12, 2025
Candid Counselors Ep. 70: Talking to Parents/Guardians About Mental Health
Sunday Oct 12, 2025
Sunday Oct 12, 2025
Supporting students' wellness often requires establishing strong lines of communication and rapport with parents/guardians. In this episode, we talk tips and tiered strategies for discussing student mental health concerns with parents/guardians. Take a listen and let us know what resonates with you! #CandidCounselors #SchoolCounselor #SchoolCounselorLife #Podcast #SCOY19 #SCOY21
Sunday Sep 28, 2025
Candid Counselors Ep. 69: Advisory Councils
Sunday Sep 28, 2025
Sunday Sep 28, 2025
In this episode, we discuss the importance of counseling advisory councils and tips for maintaining one at your school! We also reflect on Liv's recent trip to visit Brian and our experiences at Lady Gaga's "Mayhem Ball" concert in Chicago! A time was had! #PawsUp #LittleMonsters #SCOY19 #SCOY21 #CandidCounselors #SchoolCounselorLife #SchoolCounselor
Sunday Sep 14, 2025
Candid Counselors Ep. 68: Conflict Management
Sunday Sep 14, 2025
Sunday Sep 14, 2025
Managing conflict with teachers, peers, and other school stakeholders can be quite challenging - even if you teach students how to do it daily! On this episode, we explore strategies and tips that have helped us navigate conflict successfully as people generally and school counselors specifically. Take a listen and let us know what you find helpful! #CandidCounselors #SCOY19 #SCOY21 #SchoolCounselorLife #SchoolCounselor #Podcast
Sunday Aug 31, 2025
Candid Counselors Ep. 67: Getting Crafty
Sunday Aug 31, 2025
Sunday Aug 31, 2025
Gem art, rock painting, and holiday decorations galore! On this episode of the #CandidCounselors, we are talking all things C-R-A-F-T-S!!! Whether you're a seasoned crafter or a little craft-curious, there's a tidbit or two for you! Take a listen and craft away! #SchoolCounselorLife #Podcast #SchoolCounselor #SCOY19 #SCOY21
Sunday Aug 17, 2025
Candid Counselors Ep. 66: Time Management
Sunday Aug 17, 2025
Sunday Aug 17, 2025
As a school counselor, your time is precious... and sometimes difficult to manage! On this episode, we discuss tips and strategies to overcome demands and constraints on your time so that you can show up for yourself and your school community consistently! #CandidCounselors #SCOY19 #SCOY21 #Podcast #SchoolCounselorLife #SchoolCounselor



