Split Happens: Divorce & Family Therapy Game | Counseling, ESL for Kids & Teens

Help children and teens process divorce, separation, and changing family dynamics with this engaging, low-prep therapeutic board game and counseling toolkit.

Split Happens is designed for therapists, school counselors, social workers, and mental health professionals working with children and teens navigating family transitions. This printable resource encourages emotional expression, healthy coping skills, communication, and cognitive reframing in a safe and supportive way.

Description

Perfect for:

individual counseling
family therapy
small groups
school counseling
SEL support
divorce adjustment counseling

What’s Included

Printable Game Board

A therapeutic board game focused on:

emotional processing
coping skills
communication
family adjustment

4 Card Decks Included

Talk It Out Cards

Prompts that encourage emotional expression and insight.

Flip the Script Cards

CBT-style reframing prompts to challenge negative thoughts and self-blame.

Truth or Trash Cards

Interactive psychoeducation cards that help children and teens identify healthy vs. unhealthy beliefs.

Coping Cards

Grounding activities, coping strategies, and emotional regulation tools.

Therapist Guide

Includes:

setup instructions
clinical goals
processing questions
adaptations for different ages
therapeutic tips
family session guidance

Fillable Reflection Sheets

Includes:

feelings check-ins
coping toolbox worksheet
post-game reflection
communication reflection pages
safe people worksheet
“things I can control” activity

Recommended Ages

Children ages 6–10
Teens ages 11–16

Best Used For

divorce adjustment
separation
blended family transitions
custody changes
family conflict
emotional regulation
anxiety related to family changes
communication skills
coping skill development

Why Counselors & Therapists Love This Resource

Low prep
Printable & reusable
Trauma-informed language
Engaging for resistant clients
Supports emotional regulation
Encourages healthy communication
Easy to adapt for individual or group sessions

File Types Included