Dealing with Bullying (Teens)
A teen worksheet identifying types of bullying, trusted adults, online safety steps, safer places and coping supports, with the teen's own goals.
1-page fillable PDF · US Letter (prints on A4) · Coping · Safety planning
- Approach / concern
- Teens (13-18)
- Technique
- Coping · Safety planning
- Format
- Fillable PDF, 1 page (US Letter / A4)
- Access
- Pro and Advanced plans (3-day free trial)
- For
- Licensed clinicians to use with clients
- Updated
- October 2026
Key facts
What is the Dealing with Bullying (Teens)?
Bullying is repeated aggressive behaviour involving a power imbalance, including verbal, social, physical and cyberbullying. Interventions focus on safety, support and school-level responses.
Why it works
Decades of research show bullying is common and harmful, and requires coordinated responses (Hymel & Swearer, 2015). A meta-analysis found bullied youth have elevated psychosomatic problems (Gini & Pozzoli, 2009).
When to use it
- Teens experiencing bullying or cyberbullying
- School avoidance
- Low mood or anxiety linked to peers
- School counselling
How to use it in session
- Listen and validate.
- Identify what’s happening.
- Plan disclosure to trusted adults.
- Take online safety steps.
- Coordinate with school when appropriate.
Clinician tips
- Assess for self-harm and suicide risk.
- Avoid advice to ‘just ignore it’.
- Respect the teen’s preferences about involving others.
Worked example
Sharing with clients
Members can download the PDF to print or email, or copy a private client link from the download box. Your client opens the link and downloads the worksheet on any device. No client account is needed, and nothing your client writes is stored on TherapyAid.
Frequently asked questions
Is cyberbullying as harmful as in-person bullying?
It can be, especially as it can follow teens home and spread quickly.
Should I fight back?
Retaliating can escalate things. Getting support from trusted adults is usually safer.
References
Hymel, S., & Swearer, S. M. (2015). Four decades of research on school bullying: An introduction. American Psychologist, 70(4), 293-299.
Gini, G., & Pozzoli, T. (2009). Association between bullying and psychosomatic problems: A meta-analysis. Pediatrics, 123(3), 1059-1065.
This worksheet is an educational tool for use by, or under the guidance of, a licensed or registered mental-health professional. It is not a diagnostic instrument or a substitute for clinical judgement. If a client is in crisis in Canada, call or text 9-8-8 or call 9-1-1.
