Coping Skills
Name one coping skill you can use at school.
Deep breathing, taking a break, positive self-talk/thoughts, listening to music, grounding, talking to someone, faith.
Name a personal strentgh.
kindness, humor, creativity, honesty, resilience, empathy, determination.
What is one sign you may be getting overwhelmed?
Racing thoughts, anger, crying, shutting down, fidgety, irritability.
A limit that helps protect emotional, mental or physical well-being.
What is one thing you learned in therapy?
Coping skills, emotional awareness, communication, self-esteem, boundaries.
What is a grounding technique?
helps bring back attention to the present moment when having big emotions. (i.e. 5-4-3-2-1 technique)
What helped you get through a difficult situation?
Persistence, bravery, asking for help, patience, self-control, faith.
Name a heathy way to calm your body.
Deep breathing, stretching, grounding, taking a walk, listening to music.
Name a green flag in a friendship or relationship?
Respect, honesty, trust, communication, support, kindness.
What activity or coping skill helped you the most?
Art, games, talking, practicing
What coping skill helps when emotions feel intense?
Deep breathing, de-escalation, taking space, counting, grounding exercise, mindfulness
How can strengths help in relationships?
Communication, trust, problem solving, empathy, healthy choices.
Why is it important to pause before reacting?
It helps prevent impulsive choices and allows time to think clearly.
What makes communication healthy?
Listening, honesty, respect, calm tone, expressing feelings
What goal did you make progress toward?
Controlling emotions, improving relationships, communication, confidence, school functioning.
Give an example of a healthy self-care.
Sleeping enough, eating regularly, exercise, journaling, hobbies, spending time with supportive people.
What is one strength you are developing?
confidence, communication, emotional control, patience, boundaries.
What can happen when emotions build up and are not expressed?
Stress, conflict, shutting down, anger outbursts, anxiety, unhealthy behaviors.
What is an unhealthy friendship behavior?
Manipulation, bullying, disrespect, controlling behavior, constant negativity.
What advice would you give yourself at the beginning of therapy?
"keep trying", "talk about your feelings", You can learn coping skills".
Describe a time you used a coping skill successfully.
relaxation, grounding, self-care, communication
How have your strengths changes since starting therapy?
confidence, better coping, improved communication, healthier decisions, self-awareness.
Describe a healthy way to repair a conflict.
calm communication, apologizing, listening, taking accountability, problem solving
How can you advocate for yourself respectfully?
Assertive communication, expressing needs calmly, setting boundaries, asking for help.
What are you most proud of?