Handouts and Worksheets

The information provided on this site is not meant to be a substitute for treatment. If you are having psychological difficulties you are encouraged to seek professional advice. The following handouts are made available to clients of Dr. Stevens for use in their counselling and psychotherapy. If you are a guest on this site you are welcome to view them and make one copy for yourself. If you are a counsellor and would like to make copies for your clients, you may do so as long as you do not alter or charge a fee for the forms.

Note: These files are in PDF format and will open in a new tab or window.

 

• Thought Catching Worksheet

  This is a standard cognitive therapy exercise. It is meant to help you become more aware of thought patterns and beliefs that affect your moods. It also guides you in challenging and changing unhelpful thoughts and beliefs. 

 

• Thought Catching Example

  An example to help you with the Thought Catching Worksheet.

 

• Thought Catching Example 2

  Another example to help you with the Thought Catching Worksheet.

 

• Mind Traps

  A list of nine common cognitive distortions or mind traps that can affect your moods.

 

• More Mind Traps

  Eight more cognitive distortions, including Labeling and Shoulds.

 

• Even More Mind Traps NEW

  Six more cognitive distortions, including Confirmation Bias and Cognitive Fusion.

 

• Belief Challenge

  How to identify and change some common irrational beliefs.

 

• Panic Attack Table

  A list of some of the most common panic attack symptoms. They are organized into four useful categories.

 

• Assertiveness Rights

  Many people who struggle with assertiveness don't feel they have some of these rights.

 

• New Years Resolutions NEW

  A goal setting guide for people who want to make changes.

  

• Information Form

  Information you need to know about treatment before we begin.

 

• Telepsychology Form

  Information you need to know if we choose to use a video connection for your treatment.