Lesson Plan
Anchoring the Inner Self
Guide the student to identify signs of dissociation, practice grounding techniques, and create a personal coping plan to remain present and safe during distress.
This lesson empowers the student to understand trauma-related dissociation, develop self-awareness, and gain tangible tools for grounding, promoting safety and emotional regulation.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Review and Prepare Materials
10 minutes
Step 1
Introduction and Rapport Building
5 minutes
Step 2
Psychoeducation on Dissociation
10 minutes
Step 3
Self-Awareness Check-In
10 minutes
Step 4
Grounding Skills Practice
20 minutes
Step 5
Personal Coping Plan Development
10 minutes
Step 6
Reflection and Closure
5 minutes
Slide Deck
Grounding & Coping Strategies
Session Objectives
What Is Dissociation?
Self-Awareness Check-In
Grounding Techniques Overview
5-4-3-2-1 Sensory Method
Deep Breathing Exercise
Tactile Grounding
Develop Your Coping Plan
Reflection & Next Steps
Additional Resources
Worksheet
Worksheet
Worksheet
