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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Worksheet

Introduction to CBT

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a structured, goal-oriented psychotherapy treatment that aims to help individuals identify and change unhelpful cognitive distortions and behaviors. This worksheet is designed to help you explore your thoughts, feelings, and actions in order to promote positive behavioral changes.


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Identifying Thoughts and Behaviors

  1. Overview of Your Current Situation
    Briefly describe your current feelings and behaviors. What are you experiencing?




  2. Identify Specific Thoughts
    Write down any specific thoughts that come to your mind related to your current situation.

    • Thought 1: ___
    • Thought 2: ___
    • Thought 3: ___
  3. Recognizing Patterns
    Are there any patterns you notice in your thoughts or behaviors?





Challenging Negative Thoughts

  1. Evaluate Your Thoughts
    For each thought identified above, ask yourself the following questions:
    | Thought | Evidence For | Evidence Against | Alternative Thought | |---------------|--------------|------------------|---------------------| | Thought 1 | __ | __ | ____ | | Thought 2 | __ | __ | ____ | | Thought 3 | __ | __ | ____ |

Exploring Emotions

  1. Emotional Impact
    Note down how each thought makes you feel on a scale from 1 to 10, where 1 is not at all and 10 is extremely:
    | Thought | Emotion | Intensity (1-10) | |---------------|-------------|-------------------| | Thought 1 | | ____ | | Thought 2 | | ____ | | Thought 3 | ___ | ____ |

Behavior Analysis

  1. Current Behaviors
    What behaviors do you engage in when you have these thoughts?

    • Behavior 1: ___
    • Behavior 2: ___
    • Behavior 3: ___
  2. Consequences of Your Behaviors

    • What are the short-term consequences of these behaviors?
    • What are the long-term consequences of these behaviors?

Developing Action Steps

  1. Setting Goals for Change
    What are your specific goals for changing your thoughts and behaviors?

    • Goal 1: ___
    • Goal 2: ___
    • Goal 3: ___
  2. Action Plan
    How can you work towards these goals? List specific steps you will take.

    • Step 1: ___
    • Step 2: ___
    • Step 3: ___

Monitoring Progress

  1. Reflection and Adjustment
    After implementing your action plan, reflect on your progress.
    • What worked well?
    • What challenges did you face?
    • How will you adjust your plan moving forward?

Conclusion

Use this worksheet as a guide to continue your CBT journey. Regularly revisit it as you progress, updating your thoughts, goals, and action steps. Remember, change takes time and persistence. Celebrate your achievements, regardless of how small they may seem.


This worksheet is not a substitute for professional mental health treatment. If you are in crisis or need urgent help, please contact a qualified mental health provider.