Lesson Plan
Session 1 Lesson Plan
Build rapport with Isabella, gather baseline information on her anxiety triggers and current coping methods, and introduce core anxiety coping strategies.
This first session focuses on relationship-building and needs assessment to collect baseline data and create a supportive environment for learning coping strategies.
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Prepare Session Materials
10 minutes
Step 1
Ice-Breaker Activity
5 minutes
Step 2
Baseline Info Gathering & Reflection
10 minutes
Step 3
Review Coping Strategies Overview
10 minutes
Step 4
Wrap-Up & Goal Setting
5 minutes
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Session 2 Lesson Plan
Guide Isabella through mixed coping strategies—deep breathing and grounding—via engaging activities, and dedicate time to her life updates.
Combining strategies in playful exercises boosts skill retention, reduces anxiety in varied contexts, and strengthens rapport by honoring her personal experiences.
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Prepare Session 2 Materials
10 minutes
Step 1
Life Check-In
5 minutes
Step 2
Feather Breathing Game
10 minutes
Step 3
Grounding Scavenger Hunt
10 minutes
Step 4
Reflection & Goal Setting
5 minutes
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Session 3 Lesson Plan
Expand Isabella’s coping toolkit by introducing Progressive Muscle Relaxation and guided Visualization, enabling her to practice relaxed body awareness and mental calm.
Teaching PMR and Visualization adds body‐based and imagery‐based strategies to Isabella’s skillset, deepening her ability to self‐soothe and prevent anxiety escalation.
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Prepare Session 3 Materials
10 minutes
Step 1
Life Check-In & Review
5 minutes
Step 2
Progressive Muscle Relaxation
10 minutes
Step 3
Guided Visualization
10 minutes
Step 4
Reflection & Goal Setting
5 minutes
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Session 4 Lesson Plan
Integrate cognitive restructuring and embodied awareness through positive self-talk and mindful walking to reinforce coping skills in real-world movement contexts.
Combining affirmations with mindful movement promotes self-compassion and present-moment awareness, boosting Isabella’s ability to self-regulate during daily activities.
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Prepare Session 4 Materials
10 minutes
Step 1
Life Check-In
5 minutes
Step 2
Affirmation Card Activity
10 minutes
Step 3
Mindful Walking Practice
10 minutes
Step 4
Reflection & Goal Setting
5 minutes
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