Muniya S. Khanna, Ph.D., Ricardo B. Eiraldi, Ph.D., & Philip C. Kendall, Ph.D., ABPP
Deliver effective, evidence-based anxiety management skills—right from your school setting.
The CATS: CBT for Anxiety Treatment in Schools Group Implementer Manual is a practical, field-tested guide designed specifically for school-based mental health professionals working with students in grades K–8 struggling with anxiety. Developed by leading child anxiety experts and tested in public schools, this small-group program helps students learn to identify anxious thoughts, face fears gradually, and build confidence, using strategies that fit seamlessly into the school day.
Designed for both novice professional and those more experienced in CBT, the manual includes:
• Session-by-session guidance with developmentally tailored scripts and interactive group activities
• Practical tips for implementation in school environments
• Built-in tools to track progress and promote skill generalization
CATS bridges the gap between clinical research and real-world practice, making CBT accessible, practical, and effective in the school context. Whether you’re a school psychologist, social worker, or counselor, this manual gives you everything you need to run impactful anxiety groups with confidence and care. (99 pages)
ISBN: 979-8-9925684-0-0 © 2025
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