Story-first CBT

CBT Metaphor Studio

Translate therapy concepts into memorable stories. Pull metaphors into client sessions, newsletters, or journaling rituals and keep the language simple, human, and all-English.

Narrative search

Look up metaphors by theme or feeling to match the work you’re guiding today.

Shuffle for inspiration

Spin the deck and spark a new angle for presentations, groups, or journal prompts.

Copy & share ready

One-click copy keeps the metaphor clean so you can paste it into your notes or slides.

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Metaphor directory

Featured metaphor

The Wrong Map

For those who believe every thought must be true

He followed a map someone gave him long ago. It always led him in circles, through fear and doubt. One day, he stopped and looked around — the landmarks didn’t match. “Maybe it’s not me that’s lost,” he said. “Maybe it’s the map.” Not every thought is a fact. Sometimes, we just need a better map.

Session idea

Pair a metaphor with a CBT card from the sister mini app. Read the story, then pull a prompt to help clients translate the metaphor into their next action.

CBT Cards
CBT Cards

Self-help prompts · On-device · No tracking

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