Lesson Plan
Heartbreak Support Plan
Equip mental health practitioners to support an adult client with schizophrenia and anxiety through a recent breakup and co-parenting challenges by teaching trauma-sensitive communication, evidence-based coping techniques, and collaborative action planning.
Breakups can intensify psychosis and anxiety symptoms, especially when co-parenting. This targeted session ensures practitioners can respond with empathy, stabilize emotions, and foster resilience.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Review Key Resources
10 minutes
Step 1
Check-In
5 minutes
Step 2
Psychoeducation
7 minutes
Step 3
Practice Coping Skills
10 minutes
Step 4
Develop Action Plan
5 minutes
Step 5
Wrap-Up & Next Steps
3 minutes

Slide Deck
Guiding Heartbreak Healing
Session Objectives
Why This Matters
Session Flow (30 minutes)
Trauma-Sensitive Communication
Stress Regulation Techniques
Guided Practice
Developing the Action Plan
Next Steps & Homework
Resources & Contact

Worksheet


Reading


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