Facing fears through the "Bravery Ladder," reflecting on growth, and celebrating the completion of the group "lab."

Building a personalized "Coping Menu" of tools including breathing exercises, visualization, and sensory strategies.

Identifying "Mind Traps" or cognitive distortions and learning how to use the "Thought Detective" method to challenge anxious thoughts.

Focusing on the mind-body connection by identifying physical symptoms of anxiety and practicing immediate grounding techniques.

Understanding the physiological purpose of anxiety (the fight-flight-freeze response) and exploring the internal vs. external experience of anxiety.

Orientation to the "Anxiety Lab." Focus on establishing group norms, safety, confidentiality expectations, and team-building through icebreakers.