“Help for Panic Disorder” is a concise six-page guide offering insights into managing panic disorder, characterized by sudden, intense panic attacks. It covers key symptoms, such as rapid heartbeat and shortness of breath, and explores the link between panic disorder and substance use. The content highlights the dangers of avoidance behaviors and provides a clear treatment plan, including Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), medication, and mindfulness techniques. This guide equips readers with practical strategies to overcome the challenges of panic disorder and improve their overall well-being.

Written by clinical psychologist Dr. Hal Baumchen, PsyD, LP, LADC, this printable PDF worksheet gives clinicians a practical, session-ready tool. The conversational, encouraging tone makes clinical concepts accessible to clients at any stage of therapy, while structured prompts keep the work focused and productive.

How clinicians use it: as an in-session exercise to open and structure discussion, as between-session homework to reinforce skills, as a progress tool to track growth over time, and as part of a treatment unit paired with the companion lesson and PowerPoint on this topic. Formatted for easy printing and immediate use in individual or group settings.

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