Welcome the student and set a calm tone. Introduce today’s goals: define anxiety, spot personal signs, and practice a quick coping strategy.

Ask: “What do you think anxiety means?” Then share this simple definition and point to the handout for more details.

Hand the student the worksheet and prompt them to list their own signs. Discuss each one briefly to validate their experience.

Show the Feelings Thermometer Visual. Invite the student to choose a number and explain why to normalize ups and downs.

Introduce each breathing step slowly, demonstrating and checking that the student is comfortable.

Guide the student through three full breathing cycles, inviting them to notice any changes in how they feel.

Ask the student to choose their preferred strategy and write it down. Reinforce availability for future support.