Lesson Plan
Introduction to CBT: Understanding Thoughts and Feelings
Introduce CBT concepts and practice identifying thoughts and feelings
This lesson serves as an introduction to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for middle school students. It aims to help students understand the connection between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Through discussion, group activities, and a CBT exercise, students will learn how to identify and challenge negative thoughts. This foundational lesson is important as it equips students with basic CBT skills that can be built upon in future sessions.
Audience
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Materials
Step 1
Introduction
5 mins
Step 2
Group Discussion Activity
5 mins
Step 3
Activity: Thoughts and Feelings Map
10 mins
Step 4
Activity: Identifying Thoughts and Feelings
5 mins
Step 5
Closure
5 mins
Discussion
Worksheet
