CBT by Condition

Guide

CBT for School Refusal

Educational content only. Coordinate with clinicians and school team. See our Medical Disclaimer.

Why CBT helps

  • Graded returns: stepwise increase (arrival, partial day, full day).
  • Parent accommodation: validate feelings; set limits; prompt coping before rescue.
  • Routines: morning anchors and predictable plans with rewards.

Journaling prompts (student + caregiver)

  1. Step completed today; fear 0–100 before/after; what helped.
  2. Accommodation we reduced and outcome.
  3. Reward earned and next step planned.

Use shared entries; see How to Journal.

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