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

Expressing gratitude can foster positive emotions and improve satisfcation with relationships. One way to practice gratitude with couples is through the classic exercise Three Good Things. Using the Couple’s Gratitude Journal worksheet, each person will write three good things about their partner, every day, for one week...

Every person, and every couple, has strengths that set them apart. But sometimes—when life gets hard, or when our focus is elsewhere—these strengths may be overlooked. Research in positive psychology tells us that couples who are highly aware of their partner's strengths tend to be far more satisfied with their relationships, and much less likely to separate or divorce (Kauffman & Silberman, 2009)...

Stress is a feeling of being tense, overwhelmed, worn out, or exhausted. A small amount of stress can be motivating, but too much stress makes even small tasks seem daunting. Sometimes stress is the accumulation of many small hassles, while other times it is the result of major life changes or long-term problems...

Self-care means taking time to do things you enjoy, and taking care of yourself. When used consistently, self-care can reduce stress, relieve uncomfortable emotions, and improve physical health. The Self-Care Tips worksheet provides information on self-care, including a definition and practical tips for using self-care to reduce stress...

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...

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...

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...