Flip That Thought! – A CBT Card Game

Instant Access - Digital Download (not to be copied or resold - individual & therapist/client use only)

Catch unhelpful thoughts — and flip them into something better!

The Flip That Thought! CBT Card Game is a creative, interactive tool designed to help teens practice cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) skills in a way that feels natural, empowering, and even fun.

Whether used solo, with a therapist, or in a group, this game helps players recognize automatic negative thoughts (ANTs) and reframe them into healthier, more supportive beliefs — a core CBT strategy for building emotional resilience.

🧠 What's Inside:
Deck A: 25 Common Unhelpful Thoughts
Deck B: 25 Positive Reframes
Printable Game Instructions for solo play, group play, and creative variations
Blank Template Cards for players to create their own custom thoughts and reframes
Optional Reflection Pages to deepen learning after gameplay

(Files are delivered as high-quality PDFs – ready to print, cut, and play!)

How It Works:

-Draw an Unhelpful Thought card.
-Find a Helpful Reframe from the deck — or create your own.
-Discuss how the new thought feels different.
-(Optional) Keep score for fun, or use it simply for exploration and conversation.

Perfect for:

-Individual therapy sessions
-Therapy groups
-School counselling activities
-Mental health classrooms
-At-home emotional skills building

Why It’s Effective:
-Teaches emotional regulation skills in an approachable way
-Strengthens self-awareness and self-compassion
-Builds flexible thinking — a key skill for mental health and resilience
-Makes challenging negative self-talk feel doable, not overwhelming

Instant Download Includes:
-1x PDF 
-Full Set of 50 Printable Cards (Unhelpful Thoughts + Helpful Reframes)
-Blank Card Templates for Customization
-Easy-to-Follow Game Instructions
-Reflection Worksheets for deeper exploration