Lesson Plan
Interactive CBT Bingo Plan
By the end of this 25-minute session, new counselors will identify and apply core CBT concepts by marking real-world examples on Bingo cards, demonstrating understanding of key CBT techniques.
This interactive Bingo format promotes active recall and collaborative learning, reinforcing evidence-based CBT modalities and boosting counselors’ confidence in recognizing and applying concepts in practice.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Review and Prepare Materials
10 minutes
Step 1
Introduction & Rules
5 minutes
Step 2
CBT Concept Review
5 minutes
Step 3
Bingo Game Play
12 minutes
Step 4
Debrief & Assessment
3 minutes

Slide Deck
CBT Bingo: Rules & How to Play
Game Rules
Concept 1: Automatic Thoughts
Concept 2: Cognitive Distortions
Concept 3: Behavioral Activation

Quiz
CBT Concept Bingo Cards

Lesson Plan
Interactive CBT Bingo Plan
By the end of this 25-minute session, new counselor trainees will accurately identify and apply core CBT concepts by marking real-world examples on their Bingo cards, demonstrating mastery of Automatic Thoughts, Cognitive Distortions, and Behavioral Activation.
This interactive Bingo quiz fosters active recall and collaborative learning, reinforcing evidence-based CBT principles and boosting counselors’ confidence in recognizing and applying these techniques in practice.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Review and Prepare Materials
10 minutes
Step 1
Introduction & Rules
5 minutes
Step 2
CBT Concept Review
5 minutes
Step 3
Bingo Game Play
12 minutes
Step 4
Debrief & Assessment
3 minutes

Answer Key
