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Workshop

Inside Out 2: Anxiety Explained by Therapist

Spring 2026


Ms. Melissa You, a Counsellor at St. John’s Cathedral Counselling Service, delivered the workshop using the movie Inside Out 2 as a framework. She introduced the emotion characters to enhance students’ awareness of bodily sensations and deepen their understanding of different emotions. Melissa also explained ‘anxiety’ through the concept of cognitive distortions, helping students recognize their irrational or unhelpful automatic thoughts. By the end of the session, students were introduced to concepts from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and relaxation breathing techniques, equipping them with practical tools to manage daily stress and anxiety while fostering healthier thinking patterns.