Attachment
What does a “safe person” mean to you?
Someone who listens without judging, respects my boundaries, and is reliable.
What is one thing you do to calm down when you're stressed?
Take deep breaths or listen to music.
What’s something you’re really good at?
I’m good at writing poems and expressing myself through art.
What does self-advocacy mean?
Speaking up for your needs, feelings, and boundaries.
What’s your anchor word today?
“Steady,” “Breathe,” or “Hope”
Name one way someone can show they’re trustworthy.
They follow through on what they say they'll do.
True or False: Deep breathing can slow your heart rate.
Finish the sentence: “I feel proud when I…”
…stand up for myself or do something that felt hard.
ay one respectful way to set a boundary with a friend.
“I like hanging out, but I need time to myself today.”
Draw or describe your “calm place.”
A quiet forest with sunlight coming through the trees.
What’s one red flag that someone might not be emotionally safe?
They pressure me to do things I’m not comfortable with or don’t respect my boundaries.
What are two signs that you're starting to feel dysregulated?
My hands get shaky, and I have trouble focusing.
What’s one goal you’ve worked hard to accomplish?
Staying consistent with therapy even when I didn’t feel like going.
What’s something you’d say if you disagreed with a peer in group?
“I see it differently, but I respect your view.”
If you were a therapist, what would your superpower be?
Reading people’s emotions and helping them feel safe right away.
Describe a time when someone helped you feel seen or heard.
When my friend noticed I was upset and asked how they could support me.
Role play: Someone cuts you off in a group discussion — how do you respond calmly?
“Hey, I wasn’t finished talking—can I finish my thought?”
Name a time you handled a situation better than you expected.
I stayed calm during a family argument instead of yelling.
Role play: You feel misunderstood by a therapist — how do you speak up?
“I don’t think that’s what I meant — can I explain it a different way?”
Choose a teammate and give them a 10-second gratitude shoutout.
“I’m grateful for how open you were earlier—thanks for being real.”
What are 3 qualities of a healthy, supportive relationship?
Trust, open communication, and mutual respect.
Teach the group a regulation skill that works for you.
I use the “5-4-3-2-1” grounding technique: name 5 things you can see, 4 you can touch, 3 you can hear, 2 you can smell, 1 you can taste.
How can you tell when you’ve grown in emotional maturity?
I pause and think before I react, and I try to understand others' feelings too.
What are three steps to standing up for yourself?
Know what you need, say it clearly, stay calm and respectful.
Create a group mantra for the week.
“Feel it, face it, move forward together.”