Resources & Printables
140 free, printable resources organised by audience. 89 resources are ready to view and print. Each resource is designed to be used alongside professional support.
For Adults
Worksheets, guides, and self-help tools for adults engaging in or learning about therapy.
Understanding the CBT Model
A one-page guide explaining how thoughts, feelings, behaviours, and physical sensations connect.
Thought Record Worksheet
A structured worksheet for identifying and evaluating unhelpful thoughts.
Behavioural Experiment Planner
A template for designing experiments to test anxious predictions.
Relapse Prevention Plan
A structured plan for maintaining progress after therapy ends.
Understanding Repeating Patterns
A 2-page guide explaining how CAT understands repeating patterns in thinking, feeling, and relating — including traps, dilemmas, and snags.
Reciprocal Roles Explained
A clear explanation of reciprocal roles — the relational patterns we learn early in life and carry into current relationships.
What to Expect in CAT
A guide to the three phases of CAT (reformulation, recognition, revision), what sessions are like, and how the therapy ends.
Ending and Transition Plan
A reflective tool for the final phase of therapy, supporting the planned ending and consolidating gains.
Pattern Recognition Diary
A self-monitoring tool for tracking when patterns are noticed and what alternative responses (“exits”) were tried.
Traps, Dilemmas, and Snags Worksheet
An interactive worksheet helping clients identify which traps, dilemmas, or snags apply to their patterns.
Activity–Mood Tracker
A daily tracker linking activities to mood ratings.
Values Clarification Sheet
A worksheet to identify personal values across life domains.
Weekly Activation Planner
A structured planner for scheduling valued activities.
Values Worksheet
A structured worksheet for exploring valued life directions.
Defusion Techniques Guide
A guide to cognitive defusion exercises with practical examples.
Acceptance Skills Handout
An explanation of acceptance in ACT and practical exercises to try.
DBT Skills Summaries
One-page summaries of each DBT skills module.
Crisis Survival Plan
A structured plan for getting through crisis moments safely.
Schema Overview Guide
An accessible guide to understanding schemas and how they develop.
Mode Identification Worksheet
A worksheet for identifying schema modes in daily situations.
Coping Style Map
A visual tool for mapping coping styles linked to schemas.
Understanding the Three Emotion Systems
A visual guide to the threat, drive, and soothing systems.
Compassion Practice Guide
Step-by-step compassionate imagery and breathing exercises.
Self-Criticism to Compassion Worksheet
A worksheet for transforming self-critical thoughts into compassionate responses.
Understanding Mentalising
A plain-language guide to what mentalising means and why it matters.
Mental State Diary
A structured diary for reflecting on thoughts and feelings in interpersonal situations.
Interpersonal Problem Areas Guide
An overview of the four IPT problem areas.
Communication Skills Sheet
Practical communication techniques for difficult conversations.
Miracle Question Worksheet
A guided worksheet for the miracle question exercise.
Scaling Questions Sheet
A practical scaling tool for tracking progress.
What to Expect in Specialist Personality Therapy
A 2-page guide for patients beginning specialist psychotherapy.
Therapy Agreement Summary
A summary of the therapy contract and expectations.
Crisis Plan Template
A structured crisis plan for high-risk therapy contexts.
Regular Eating Plan
A template for establishing regular eating patterns.
Self-Monitoring Record
A real-time eating and thought monitoring sheet.
Food Fear Ladder
A graded exposure tool for feared foods.
ED Relapse Prevention Plan
A structured plan for maintaining recovery.
Readiness Ruler Worksheet
A visual tool for exploring motivation and readiness for change.
Values and Goals Clarification Sheet
A worksheet linking values to change goals.
Change Plan Template
A structured template for creating a change plan.
Understanding Voices and Beliefs
A 2-page guide explaining psychotic experiences from a CBT perspective.
Coping Strategy Menu
A menu of strategies for managing voices, beliefs, and paranoia.
Relapse Signature Plan
A template for creating a personalised relapse prevention plan.
Grounding Pack
Grounding techniques for managing trauma-related distress.
Narrative Preparation Guide
What to expect from NET and how to prepare.
Stabilisation Plan
A plan for managing distress between sessions.
Sleep and Nightmares Sheet
Practical tips for managing sleep difficulties and nightmares.
Programme Rules Sheet
Clear explanation of how the CM programme works.
Goals Tracker
A tracker for monitoring recovery goals.
For Children (6–11)
Age-appropriate, visual resources for younger children.
Feelings–Thoughts–Behaviour Map
A visual, age-appropriate worksheet helping children understand the CBT model.
Coping Skills Cards
Printable cards with coping strategies for children.
Pattern Spotting Worksheet
An adapted, visual worksheet helping children identify repeating patterns in their feelings and relationships using age-appropriate language.
Relationship Map
A visual tool helping young people map their key relationships and notice patterns across them.
Energy Ladder Activity Sheet
A child/teen-friendly graded activity tool.
Mindfulness Activities for Children
Age-appropriate mindfulness exercises.
Compassion Characters
Child-friendly compassion imagery exercises using characters.
Goal Ladder Worksheet
A child-friendly goal-setting tool.
House Rules Visual Sheet
A child-friendly visual rules poster.
Calm-Down Routine Card
A visual card for calming strategies.
For Teenagers (12–17)
Teen-friendly resources using accessible language and examples.
Teen CBT Skills Workbook
A workbook covering core CBT skills adapted for teenagers.
My Patterns: A Teen Guide to CAT
A teen-friendly introduction to CAT concepts including reciprocal roles and procedural patterns, using accessible examples.
Teen Activation Workbook
An adapted BA workbook for teenagers.
Values Cards for Teens
Teen-friendly values exploration cards.
Teen DBT Skills Workbook
DBT skills adapted for adolescents.
Mode Characters Worksheet
A teen-friendly worksheet using character metaphors for schema modes.
Feelings–Thoughts–Intentions Map
A visual tool for adolescents to explore mental states.
Relationship Mapping Worksheet
A visual tool for teens to map their key relationships.
What’s Happening to My Body and Brain
A teen-friendly guide to understanding physical and psychological effects of eating disorders.
Recovery Milestones Tracker
A visual tracker for recovery progress.
Relapse Warning Signs Sheet
A guide to recognising early warning signs.
Teen-Friendly Monitoring Sheet
A simplified monitoring tool for adolescents.
Autonomy-Framed Change Plan
A teen-adapted change planning tool respecting autonomy.
Goals and Routines Plan
A structured goal-setting and routine plan for young people.
For Parents & Caregivers
Resources helping parents understand and support their child’s therapy.
How CBT Helps Children
An explanation for parents about what their child will learn in CBT.
Supporting Skills Practice at Home
Practical tips for parents to help their child practise CBT skills.
School Communication One-Pager
A template for communicating with schools about CBT-related support needs.
Understanding Relational Cycles
Explains how relational patterns develop and repeat, and how parents can support change without reinforcing unhelpful dynamics.
Supporting Change Without Reinforcing Patterns
Practical guidance for parents on recognising when family dynamics may be maintaining difficulties, and how to respond differently.
Encouraging Activation Without Pressure
Guidance for parents on supporting activity without adding pressure.
Supporting Values-Based Action
A guide for parents on supporting values-driven behaviour.
Validation Skills Guide for Parents
Teaching parents the basics of validation to support their young person.
Understanding Schemas in Families
A guide for parents about how schema patterns develop and repeat.
Modelling Compassion at Home
How parents can foster compassionate self-relating in children.
Supporting Mentalising in Families
How parents can encourage reflective thinking about emotions.
Supporting Interpersonal Change
Guidance for parents on supporting relational skills development.
Strengths-Based Support Guide
A guide for parents on using solution-focused approaches at home.
Understanding Personality Difficulties Without Blame
For families of people in specialist personality therapy.
Parent Meal Support Guide
Detailed guidance for supporting meals and managing resistance.
Scripts for Managing Resistance and Distress
Practical scripts for difficult meal situations.
Family Roles and Teamwork Plan
A tool for organising family support roles.
Supportive Communication Guide
How to talk about eating difficulties without adding pressure.
Supporting Change Without Control Battles
Guidance for parents on supporting motivation without coercion.
Family Support and Communication Guide
Guidance for families supporting someone with psychosis.
PRIDE Skills One-Pager
A summary of the five PRIDE skills for CDI practice.
Daily Practice Tracker
A tracker for recording daily play practice.
Commands and Follow-Through Guide
A guide to giving clear commands and following through.
Tantrum Plan and Safety Steps
A plan for managing tantrums safely.
Safety and Supervision Plan
A plan for parental monitoring and safety strategies.
Boundaries and Consequences Guide
A guide to setting consistent boundaries.
Communication Scripts
Scripts for practising constructive family communication.
Behaviour Agreement Template
A template for family behaviour agreements.
Psychoeducation Pack
A family-friendly guide to understanding psychosis.
Communication Scripts
Scripts for constructive family communication.
Problem-Solving Steps
A structured problem-solving guide for families.
Relapse Prevention Plan
A family relapse prevention plan template.
For Professionals
Clinical templates, formulation guides, session structures, and competency tools.
CBT Formulation Template
A structured template for developing CBT case formulations.
Session Structure Guide
A guide to structuring CBT sessions effectively.
Outcome Measure Guide
Overview of common CBT outcome measures (PHQ-9, GAD-7, etc.).
SDR Template and Guide
A blank sequential diagrammatic reformulation template with guidance notes on mapping reciprocal roles, procedures, and exits.
Reformulation Letter Structure Guide
A structured guide to writing reformulation letters, including pacing considerations, tone guidance, and examples of collaborative language.
Recognition–Revision Checklist
A clinical checklist for tracking recognition and revision work across sessions, including prompts for therapeutic relationship patterns.
Goodbye Letter Guide
Guidance on writing and exchanging goodbye letters, managing endings, and addressing attachment themes in the final phase.
Contextual CAT: Working with Teams
An introduction to using CAT ideas in staff teams and service contexts — recognising relational dynamics in systems.
BA Case Formulation Map
A template for mapping avoidance cycles and reinforcement patterns.
BA Session Flow Guide
A guide to structuring BA sessions effectively.
ACT Hexaflex Formulation Sheet
A structured formulation template organised around the six ACT processes.
DBT Diary Card Template
A template diary card for clinical use.
Skills Coaching Guide
A guide for delivering between-session telephone coaching.
Schema Formulation Template
A structured formulation template for clinical use.
CFT Formulation Diagram
The three-system formulation template for clinical use.
MBT Stance Guide
A guide to the MBT therapeutic stance for clinicians.
IPT Formulation Template
A structured IPT formulation template.
SFBT Session Guide
A session structure guide for practitioners.
EFT Couple Formulation Map
A structured formulation template for EFT practitioners.
TFP Frame and Contracting Checklist
A clinical checklist for establishing the TFP treatment contract.
Medical Risk Escalation Checklist
A clinical checklist for monitoring medical risk.
Phase-by-Phase Session Guide
A session guide for each FBT phase.
School Coordination Letter Template
A template for communicating with schools.
CBT-E Formulation Template
The transdiagnostic formulation template for clinical use.
MI Micro-Skills Checklist
A self-assessment checklist for MI skills.
Formulation Template for Voices and Beliefs
A structured CBTp formulation template.
NET Session Map
A session-by-session guide for delivering NET.
Session Coaching Scripts
Example coaching scripts for CDI and PDI sessions.
Mastery Criteria Checklist
The standardised mastery criteria for phase progression.
MST Case Mapping Template
A multi-systemic formulation template.
Phase Checklist
A clinical checklist for each FFT phase.
CM Protocol Template
A governance-compliant protocol template.
Session Plan Structure
A session-by-session guide for FIp delivery.
For Couples
Resources for couples working on their relationship.