Therapy worksheets related to CBT, self-esteem, anger, and more.

ADHD is diagnosed in almost 1 in 10 school-aged kids. For teenagers, education about ADHD is an important part of treatment. Myths about ADHD are rampant, such as the idea that the diagnosis means “less intelligent”, or that ADHD is just an excuse for behavioral and academic problems. The ADHD Info for Teens handout summarizes important info about ADHD, including a list of symptoms with brief examples, treatment options, and other facts that can help to normalize the experience of having ADHD...

Problem solving skills, following a routine, and deep breathing are valuable techniques for the management of ADHD in children. In our digital story about ADHD, The Kangaroo Who Couldn’t Sit Still, the character Kangaroo implements each of these techniques to manage their symptoms. The Children’s ADHD Skill Packet was created to accompany The Kangaroo Who Couldn’t Sit Still...

Core beliefs are a person’s most central ideas about themselves, others, and the world. These beliefs act like a lens through which every situation and life experience is seen. In cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), core beliefs are thought to underlie automatic thoughts. The Core Beliefs Info Sheet includes a simple definition of core beliefs, along with examples showing how they affect thoughts, behaviors, and feelings...

When the evidence that underlies core beliefs is challenged, the core beliefs can be changed. However, this can be difficult, because not all evidence is treated equally. Information that supports a core belief is easily integrated, making the belief stronger. Information that does not support a belief tends to be ignored...

Family Questions is a fun activity that’s great for breaking the ice in family therapy. Each family member will answer a question about themselves, and then guess how other family members will answer. As the activity progresses, the questions become more in-depth. This is excellent for building rapport, spotting shared values, and highlighting concerns within the family...

Writing a "thank you" letter is an excellent way for young children to practice gratitude. A 2014 study found that writing a gratitude letter contributed to young children's (7-11) awareness of positive social exchanges, increased their gratefulness, and improved well-being. In the Gratitude Letter worksheet, children are provided a template for writing a letter to someone for whom they are thankful...

Study skills help to reduce test anxiety, improve focus, and increase motivation to do well on tests. Good study habits are important for all students, but they are particularly beneficial for those with ADHD or test anxiety. The Study Tips worksheet describes several research-based tips and techniques to improve how students study and prepare for tests...

The term cognitive restructuring refers to the process of challenging, and changing, irrational thoughts. Socratic questioning is one technique to encourage this process. Therapists use Socratic questioning verbally by asking probing questions about their clients' irrational thoughts. As clients improve their awareness of irrational thoughts, they can begin to consciously question their own thoughts...

While traditional therapies tend to focus on fixing problems and dealing with pathology, positive psychology takes a different approach. The goal of positive psychology is to build happiness and well-being. One technique used to achieve this goal is making a conscious effort to recognize the good things that happen to us...

Supporting a loved one with depression can be a painful and emotionally draining experience. Depression doesn’t just affect one person—it also affects those around them. Oftentimes, friends and family feel lost. They want to help, but they don’t know where to begin. The Supporting Someone with Depression worksheet describes several practical and meaningful ways to support someone who is battling depression...