Lesson Plan
Session 1 Lesson Plan
Students will learn the core principles of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, including the CBT triangle, and practice identifying thoughts, feelings, and behaviors in anxiety-provoking scenarios. By the end of the session, they will complete a thought record and engage in a quick skills game to reinforce learning.
Understanding CBT provides teens with tools to recognize and reframe anxious thoughts, reducing anxiety’s impact. This foundation empowers students to actively manage their mental health and supports resilience throughout the program.
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Prep
Prepare Session Materials
10 minutes
Step 1
Introduction and Icebreaker
5 minutes
Step 2
Understanding Anxiety
5 minutes
Step 3
Introduction to CBT
10 minutes
Step 4
CBT Triangle Interactive Activity
7 minutes
Step 5
Anxiety Management Skills Game & Closing
3 minutes

Slide Deck
Session 1: Introduction to CBT & Anxiety Management
What Is Anxiety?
Why Manage Anxiety?
The CBT Triangle
Thoughts • Feelings • Behaviors
Quick Skills Game

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