Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

A four-session individualized DBT skills intervention for a 10th-grade student struggling with self-regulation. These 30-minute sessions guide the student through foundational mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness techniques to build coping skills and resilience.

A 16-week DBT-based curriculum for K-5 students in group support (Tier 2) focusing on mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness. Each 30-minute session combines short lessons, interactive activities, games, visual handouts, and scripts designed for neurodiverse learners to build self-awareness, coping strategies, and social skills.

A 16-week DBT-based curriculum for K-5 students in group support (Tier 2) focusing on mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness. Each 30-minute session combines short lessons, interactive activities, games, visual handouts, and scripts designed for neurodiverse learners to build self-awareness, coping strategies, and social skills.

A 30-minute individualized session introducing 7th graders to Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills, focusing on mindfulness and emotion regulation. This session helps students develop tools to manage intense emotions and improve coping strategies. Tier 3 support for students needing personalized emotional health instruction.

An introduction to Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills for 7th graders, focusing on mindfulness techniques to manage emotions and improve focus. This 30-minute, Tier 1 classroom session will help students learn practical tools for self-regulation and stress management.

A 3-session CBT skills group for 10th graders with anxiety. Students will learn to identify cognitive distortions, fill out the CBT triangle, and reframe thoughts. These 30-minute Tier 2 group lessons build coping skills through interactive readings, discussions, games, and worksheets.

An individualized CBT resource that empowers adult clients to investigate and challenge distorted thinking through guided self-discovery exercises. This Tier 3 lesson is delivered one-on-one in a 50-minute session, providing therapists with structured materials to facilitate deep cognitive inquiry.

In this 6-session group intervention, students will learn core DBT skills—mindfulness, emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness—to better manage behaviors and emotions. Designed for small groups (3–6 students) who need extra support, each 40-minute session includes a lesson plan, guided discussion, engaging activity, a worksheet, and accompanying videos to reinforce learning.

In this 30-minute individualized session, students will explore the basics of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) by identifying how thoughts influence feelings and behaviors. This lesson empowers an 8th grade student with autism to become a ‘CBT detective,’ equipping her with practical tools for self-regulation and emotional awareness.

An interactive module that helps whole counseling classes explore how CBT identifies and tests unhelpful thoughts—building core skills for guiding clients. Perfect for fostering critical thinking in your next seminar for graduate counseling students, Tier 1. 1 session of 60 minutes covering evidence-based CBT techniques.

An individualized CBT session guiding an 11th grade student through identifying and disputing core beliefs using targeted reading, worksheets, and reflection. This Tier 3 lesson deepens self-awareness and equips the student with practical CBT strategies in a single 55-minute session.

This lesson introduces students to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), focusing on the interplay between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Students will explore how these elements influence each other and learn practical strategies to manage stress and anxiety. This lesson is crucial for developing self-awareness and emotional regulation skills, which are essential for mental well-being and academic success.

In this 45-minute, one-on-one CBT session, a 9th grade student will learn to identify triggers, challenge unhelpful thoughts, and practice coping strategies to manage anger. This individualized Tier 3 support equips the student with evidence-based tools to improve self-regulation and emotional well-being.

In this 6-session series, 10th–12th graders learn core cognitive behavioral therapy strategies to manage anxiety and depression. Each 30-minute class includes engaging activities, discussions, games, and hands-on worksheets. This Tier 1 lesson builds lifelong mental health skills using inclusive language and supports all learners.

In this 6-session series, 10th–12th graders learn core cognitive behavioral therapy strategies to manage anxiety and depression. Each 30-minute class includes engaging activities, discussions, games, and hands-on worksheets. This Tier 1 lesson builds lifelong mental health skills using inclusive language and supports all learners.

A 10-session individual social work curriculum for a 4th grade student with autism focused on building emotional regulation through cognitive behavioral triangles and coping skills practice. Each 30-minute session provides explicit instruction, repeated practice, and fading adult support, helping the student connect thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and apply a variety of coping strategies in real time.

A 16-week CBT curriculum for high school students (ages 15-18) with anxiety. Students will learn core CBT concepts—CBT triangle, anxiety management skills, thought distortion identification—and practice through readings, discussions, activities, games, worksheets, and guided scripts. Each 30-minute session builds practical tools to manage anxiety and foster resilience.

Over three 30-minute group sessions, middle school students will explore an introduction to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), learning how thoughts influence feelings and behaviors. This Tier 2 lesson helps students develop skills to identify and challenge unhelpful thoughts, promoting resilience and emotional well-being.

A 16-session group series introducing 9th–12th graders in an IBI class to core DBT skills—mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness—to boost functional and social-emotional abilities in 30-minute sessions.

In this 60-minute IOP group session, adult participants will learn and practice distress tolerance skills grounded in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). This lesson helps participants manage intense emotions effectively and prevent impulsive reactions. Includes guided discussion, interactive activity, and practical worksheet.

In this 25-minute Tier 2 small-group activity, new counselors will reinforce their understanding of core Cognitive Behavioral Therapy concepts through an interactive Bingo quiz. Participants identify real-life examples of CBT principles to mark off their cards, promoting recall, collaboration, and deeper learning.

A ten-session, 30-minute Tier 3 counseling series for an 8th-grade student with ODD, teaching how to identify triggers, express anger using “I” statements, and practice coping strategies. This scaffolded plan supports self-regulation, reduces outbursts, and builds mature communication skills.

In this 30-minute, one-on-one Tier 3 session, students learn how negative thoughts influence feelings and behaviors using detective-themed CBT and art activities. This lesson empowers self-awareness, reduces anxiety, and builds reframing skills—especially beneficial for neurodiverse learners who thrive with visual and playful strategies.

In this Tier 2 group session, 10th grade students explore how their thoughts influence feelings and behaviors through a structured CBT framework. Over a 35-minute session, students engage in interactive mapping and scenario analysis to build cognitive awareness and self-regulation skills.

A 10-week series of 30-minute group lessons for high school students exploring Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Each session builds practical skills in identifying and reframing thoughts, managing emotions, and engaging in healthy behaviors through interactive activities. This Tier 2 program develops resilience and mental wellness.

In this 30-minute Tier 1 session for 7th grade school counselors, participants will explore how demographics, school environment, and individual student factors (IEPs, 504s, ELL status, behavior challenges, and giftedness) inform differentiated planning, teaching, and assessment in anti-bullying lessons. Counselors will learn to recognize and adapt to these variables to ensure accessible and effective bullying prevention strategies for every student. This foundational training empowers counselors to build inclusive, responsive interventions that reduce bullying and support diverse learners.

This lesson plan is designed to help a 9th-grade girl with Depersonalization and Derealization Disorder (DDD) develop effective coping strategies. Through a series of three 30-minute sessions, the student will engage in activities, readings, and worksheets that focus on understanding her symptoms and learning practical techniques to manage them. This lesson is important as it empowers the student with tools to navigate her experiences, fostering resilience and emotional well-being.

This lesson plan is designed to help a 9th-grade girl with Depersonalization and Derealization Disorder (DDD) develop effective coping strategies. Through a series of three 30-minute sessions, the student will engage in activities, readings, and worksheets that focus on understanding her symptoms and learning practical techniques to manage them. This lesson is important as it empowers the student with tools to navigate her experiences, fostering resilience and emotional well-being.

In this interactive CBT play therapy session, kindergarten students work in a small group to practice self-regulation and impulse control through fun games and activities. This Tier 2 group lesson helps children with ADHD and ODD learn practical strategies in a supportive, playful environment.

A 3-session individualized program for a fifth grader with extreme ADHD and Autism to learn emotional regulation and coping strategies through engaging card-based games and structured counseling support. Each 30-minute session uses play-based activities, visual supports, and clear prompts to build safe practice opportunities for identifying emotions, problem-solving, and positive action. Tier 3 intensive intervention.

This lesson is designed for 1st to 3rd grade students with special needs and behavior challenges. The objective is to engage students in a fun, collaborative, and hands-on activity that helps them understand the connection between helpful and unhelpful thoughts and their feelings and behaviors using cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) principles. The lesson is designed to be completed in 15 minutes.

A one-on-one counseling session for a 4th grader with ADHD and behavioral symptoms, focused on building self-awareness of emotions and strategies for maintaining focus. This 60-minute, Tier 3 intervention will help the student identify triggers, practice coping skills, and develop a personalized action plan.

These two 20-minute individual counseling sessions help Adrian identify and replace negative self-talk with positive or neutral self-statements, understand the link between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, and practice coping strategies like deep breathing and taking space. By mastering these skills, Adrian will build resilience, improve self-awareness, and positively impact his learning and peer interactions.

In this 90-minute individual CBT-based session, an 8th-grade student with autism learns to recognize triggers, identify feelings, and practice alternative attention-seeking behaviors. This targeted lesson helps build self-awareness, emotional regulation, and positive social interactions.

A focused 30-minute individual counseling session introducing 6th graders to the DBT skill of radical acceptance, helping them learn to relieve distress by embracing reality. This lesson gives students practical strategies for coping with difficult emotions, guiding them through acceptance exercises, role-play, and reflection to make the skill stick.

This lesson introduces 3rd-grade students to the concept of emotion regulation using Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) techniques. Through a fun and interactive game, students will learn to identify and manage their emotions effectively. The lesson also includes a short video to reinforce the concepts. This lesson is important as it equips students with essential skills to handle their emotions, promoting mental well-being and positive interactions with peers.

In this 30-minute Tier 3 individual session for an 11th grade student, learners will explore DBT emotion regulation skills to recognize, label, and manage intense feelings using the emotion wheel. This targeted coaching session provides evidence-based strategies to build self-awareness and emotional resilience.

In this 30-minute individual Tier 3 session, a third-grade boy with autism will learn how to identify and manage his thoughts in order to influence his behaviors positively. This CBT-based lesson helps him become a “mind detective,” spotting unhelpful thoughts and replacing them with helpful ones to reduce frustration and increase self-control.

This small-group workshop equips counselor trainees with hands-on tools for DSM-5 biopsychosocial formulations through practical exercises. Tier 2 group support enhances case conceptualization skills in a 50-minute session.

An interactive 9th grade lesson exploring Cognitive Behavioral Therapy’s core principles and everyday applications. Students will learn how thoughts influence emotions and behaviors through engagement, role-plays, and reflections over one 45-minute session.

A six-session individual counseling series designed for a 6th grader with Tier 3 supports, focused on building self-regulation, following adult directives, coping strategies, and prosocial conflict resolution. Each 30-minute session offers structured activities, role-plays, and reflection tools to help Adrian self-soothe, manage anger, and interact positively with peers.

A six-session individual counseling curriculum for a 7th grader to explore and practice new coping skills for anger. Each 30-minute session builds on the last, helping the student identify anger triggers, learn strategies like deep breathing, cognitive reframing, and assertive communication, and apply them in real-life scenarios. This tier 3 support is tailored to the student’s maturity and emotional awareness.

A 6-session, 30-minute individualized Tier 3 program for a 16-year-old teen female to develop emotional regulation skills to manage anxiety. Lessons are bilingual (English/Spanish) and include engaging discussions, hands-on activities, worksheets, and reflective cool-downs.

In this 30-minute Tier 2 group session for 10th graders, students will build group rapport and learn the basics of the CBT triangle—how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors interact. This lesson jumpstarts a 16-week anxiety-management curriculum with fun icebreakers and active group-building exercises.

This lesson introduces 6th graders to the basics of the Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) framework, focusing on understanding thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. This foundational knowledge is crucial for developing emotional intelligence and resilience, helping students manage their emotions and reactions in everyday situations. The lesson is designed for a single 15-minute session and includes engaging activities and a game to reinforce learning.

In this one 30-minute Tier 3 session, an individual 11th grade student will learn practical emotional regulation strategies using personalized tools and reflection. This lesson helps students manage intense emotions, reduce stress, and improve focus—critical skills for academic success and personal well-being.

This lesson is designed to support Grade 9 students returning from psychiatric hospitalizations by focusing on distress tolerance and reintegration into a school routine. Through trauma-informed teaching and inquiry-based learning, students will explore strategies to manage stress and anxiety, helping them transition smoothly back into their academic environment. This lesson is crucial for building resilience and confidence in students as they navigate their return to school.

In this interactive 50-minute session, 6th graders play a board game that practices Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) skills by navigating real-life thought challenges. This lesson helps students recognize and reframe unhelpful thoughts, building emotional resilience and self-awareness. Perfect for a whole-class Tier 1 RTI session.

A 4-session Tier 3 counseling series for a 5th grader who struggles to advocate for help and becomes emotionally overwhelmed when work feels confusing. These 30-minute sessions will build self-advocacy skills, introduce coping strategies to manage frustration, and replace tears with confidence. Each session includes engaging activities, guided practice, and take-home tools.

An individual 15-minute SEL counseling session for a 7th grader to identify stress triggers and practice quick, evidence-based coping strategies like breathing and grounding. This targeted Tier 3 intervention helps students develop self-regulation tools they can use anytime to feel more in control and resilient.

In this 30-minute Tier 1 lesson for 6th graders, students will learn a core Dialectical Behavioral Therapy skill—mindfulness—through an engaging video and hands-on practice. This lesson helps students develop emotional awareness and stress-management strategies they can use in daily life.

In this 6-session small group counseling series, students with ADHD will learn emotional regulation strategies through interactive discussions, games, and activities. Each 15-minute session builds on the last to help a 12-year-old male student reduce classroom distractions, manage impulsive behaviors, and improve focus, making schoolwork completion and peer interactions smoother.

Short, focused exercises to teach mindfulness techniques for stress reduction and emotional regulation for an individual 11th grade student. This Tier 3 session is a 30-minute individual counseling mini-session to equip the student with practical tools for emotional regulation.