What we think we can control and what we think we can’t makes all the difference. Whether we feel hopeless in the face of things we could change or try to control things we can’t, the emotional fallout can be severe. For clients, understanding the concept of locus of control can be a huge step […]
Worksheet Categories Archives: CBT
Recognizing Triggers Worksheet: Mastering Emotional Responses
Download this free therapy worksheet PDF to help your clients reduce extreme emotional reactions Being ‘triggered’ can be both painful at the time and lead to feelings of being out of control of oneself more generally. Regaining control of these reactions is a critical part of developing emotional maturity. Triggers are often linked to past […]
Fact or Opinion Worksheet: Enhancing Clarity of Thought
Download this free therapy worksheet PDF to help clients think more clearly and calmly Understanding the distinction between facts and opinions is important for both effective communication and mental health. It can be easy to confuse opinions-personal beliefs shaped by emotions and experiences-with facts; objective and verifiable truths. This confusion can lead to persistent negative […]
Core Beliefs Worksheet: Identifying and Reframing Damaging Beliefs
Download this free worksheet PDF to help clients identify and change core beliefs that are working against them Core beliefs profoundly shape how we see the world, ourselves, and others. These deeply ingrained assumptions influence our emotional and behavioural responses, often leading to stress, anxiety, or depression when the beliefs are negative or unrealistic. This […]
Coping Skills Worksheet: Developing Effective Strategies for Life’s Challenges
Download this free worksheet PDF to help clients foster more effective, adaptive responses to stress. Life can present challenges that can feel overwhelming, making it difficult to cope effectively. Often, clients struggle to cope with overwhelming situations, resorting to ineffective strategies that may exacerbate their stress. The Coping Skills Worksheet is designed to help your […]
Addressing Cognitive Distortions Worksheet: Reframing Thought Patterns
Download this free CBT worksheet to help your client develop healthier thought patterns Cognitive distortions are erroneous thought patterns that negatively influence perceptions and emotional responses. They are common among individuals experiencing stress, anxiety, or depression. This Addressing Cognitive Distortions Worksheet provides a structured method to help clients identify and challenge these distortions. By recognizing […]
Assertiveness Worksheet: Mastering the ASSA Technique for Greater Client Agency
Download this free therapy worksheet to upskill your client in assertiveness skills Assertiveness is an essential skill for maintaining personal agency and influence, as well as being crucial for one’s mental health, relationships, and overall behaviour. This Assertiveness Worksheet introduces the ASSA technique, a method to enhance a client’s assertiveness in interpersonal situations. This technique […]
Cognitive Restructuring Worksheet: Reframing Thought Patterns
Cognitive distortions are erroneous thought patterns that negatively influence perceptions and emotional responses. They are common among individuals experiencing stress, anxiety, or depression. The ‘Cognitive Restructuring’ Worksheet provides a structured method to help clients identify and challenge these distortions. By recognizing and modifying these unhelpful thoughts, clients can develop a healthier, more realistic view of […]
