Tag: ACT

Use the exercise in a CBT session, therapy homework, or quiet self-practice by writing an unwanted thought, translating it into an unfamiliar language, and noticing how its emotional impact changes….

Therapists, counsellors and CBT clients looking for a printable cognitive defusion exercise can use this short sheet to practise changing the pace of an unwanted thought. It is especially relevant…

The two-minute repetition exercise is the central activity here, asking the user to repeat an unwanted thought until the words begin to lose some of their usual emotional force. It…

The Self-Confidence Workbook is a science-based, highly practical guide for anyone who struggles with low self-esteem, anxiety, or self-doubt. Written by clinical psychologist Dr Barbara Markway, the workbook provides a…

Gives clients a simple way to step back from negative or distressing thoughts by writing them down and seeing them as mental events rather than facts. In a CBT or…

Helps people step back from anxiety and reconnect with the areas of life they want to protect, build and make room for. The printable CBT values exercise is easy to…

A simple way to step back from negative thoughts can make it easier to focus on what matters in the moment. The Tuning In Exercise 10.09.2021 PDF uses a radio…

A calmer way to notice difficult thoughts is offered through a simple leaves on a stream exercise, helping people practise stepping back from worries, self-critical thoughts or mental noise without…

The personal values exercise gives a clear values clarification prompt for people who want to reconnect with identity, priorities and meaningful personal goals. It uses a simple checklist of values,…

In therapy sessions, supervision, or personal reflection, it can be helpful to map the moment where distress turns into either avoidance or values-based action. The ACT With Choice exercise gives…

In a therapy room, counselling session or quiet moment at home, this printable CBT exercise offers a simple way to practise noticing thoughts without getting pulled into them. It uses…

Use the ACT exposures exercise worksheet to plan a values-based exposure task, decide which safety behaviours to drop, and record what happens afterwards. It is designed for adults or older…

In a therapy session, classroom wellbeing activity or quiet moment at home, a simple clouds in the sky exercise can help people step back from difficult thoughts without needing to…

In everyday CBT practice and reflective discussion, playful changes in voice can make a difficult thought feel less fixed, less believable, and easier to observe. The Characterisation Game gives a…

Cognitive defusion is the central skill in this printable Four Layers of Abstraction exercise, designed to help people step back from a distressing thought rather than argue with it or…

Therapists, counsellors and CBT or ACT practitioners working with clients who get caught up in self-critical thoughts may find this visual handout useful. It uses a simple penguin example to…

This You Are Not Your Thoughts poster for kids and teens helps young people develop emotional regulation, manage anxiety and negative thinking, and build resilience using the evidence-based Acceptance and…

“Acceptance and Commitment Therapy Strategies Guide for Anxiety and Trauma-Related Problems in Living” is a comprehensive manual for clinicians. It integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) techniques for treating anxiety…

The Acceptance and Action Questionnaire (AAQ-II) is a self-report assessment tool used in psychology and psychotherapy to measure an individual’s level of psychological flexibility.

This resource provides practical insights for teenagers, focusing on managing thoughts and emotions while leading a fulfilling life.

This insightful workbook provides support for young individuals grappling with anxiety or low mood, aiming to empower them to navigate their emotions effectively.