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CBT resources for children with panic

For some children, anxiety can lead to intense bursts of physical sensations known as panic attacks. These episodes, though brief, can be profoundly overwhelming and frightening.

Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) is recommended by NICE guidelines as a first-line treatment for panic disorder and anxiety. Within CBT, graded exposure is a key technique for reducing fear and avoidance of physical sensations associated with panic.

CBT Hub’s resources are designed to help practitioners support children in understanding and managing panic through structured, engaging activities. They include:

Psychoeducation materials explaining the fight-or-flight response and normalising the body’s reactions to fear
Exposure ladders and planning sheets to support gradual, confidence-building exposure tasks
Child-friendly visuals and language to make psychoeducation and practice accessible and engaging

Free

What is panic?

What’s panic like?

Panic attack facts

What’s happening in my body?

My panic diary (blank)

The panic trap

Facing your panic

The Panic Mountain

My journey to calm (panic)

What makes me panicky? (example)

What’s makes me panicky? (blank)

Steps on my journey (example)

Steps on my journey (blank)

Climbing a panic ladder

Climbing your panic ladder

Overcoming my panic (example)

Overcoming my panic (blank)

Parent/carer information sheet (Panic)

Getting used to things

Safety behaviours

Getting used to it – Top Tips