In this powerful episode of Thrive-Learn-Connect, we sit down with educator Emily Torres and counselor Sean Barrett, the minds behind an innovative classroom experience called “Fight Club.” No, not that kind of fight—this Fight Club is a space for students to explore their emotions, build trust, and develop emotional intelligence with the support of a counselor-in-the-classroom model.
Together, Emily and Sean have transformed a traditional English class into a place where trauma-impacted teens learn to process pain, discover shared humanity, and find strength in their stories. From “popcorn days” to TEDx moments, we explore how creating safe spaces in schools can ripple out to create stronger communities.
Tune in to learn how empathy, creativity, and genuine connection can change lives—starting in a single classroom. Help us spread TLC - like, comment, share, and follow us on:
Learn more: Fight Clubs for School: A Counselor in Every Classroom | Emily Torres & Sean Barrett | TEDx Spokane Community Resilience Initiative: https://criresilient.org/
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