What is it?
This worksheet helps explore and gently challenge unhelpful or anxious thoughts. Based on CBT principles, it encourages clients to step back and ask thoughtful questions that bring more balance and realism into how they’re thinking.
 
It’s helpful for:
Young people or clients who get stuck in cycles of worry, harsh self-talk, or catastrophic thinking. It supports developing awareness of how thoughts influence feelings and offers tools to unhook from mental spirals.
 
How to use it:
Pick one distressing thought, then slowly work through each question together. Let your client think critically but kindly about whether the thought is fair, helpful, or true. It can be especially useful after triggering events or as a regular reflection tool.