My Safe Space
Name one person you feel safe talking to.
My mom, my dad, friends, or my therapist.
What hobby helps calm your mind the most?
Diamond painting.
What is one fear you're currently working through?
My disability hearing, family conflict, or becoming more independent.
What is one healthy habit you'd like to start?
Exercising, stretching, eating healthier, or keeping a routine.
What is something you can do now that was harder when you first started therapy?
Talk about my feelings, recognize my triggers, use coping skills.
What is one healthy thing you can do when arguments start at home?
Walk away, take deep breaths, write down my thoughts, or do diamond painting.
Name two coping skills you've used recently.
Deep breathing, positive affirmations, writing thoughts down, walking the dogs.
What is one thing you have control over during your disability case?
Turning in paperwork, staying organized, communicating with my lawyer.
Name one thing you're proud of accomplishing recently.
Completing disability paperwork, attending appointments, managing nightmares better.
Name one coping skill you've learned in therapy.
Deep breathing, grounding, positive affirmations, journaling.
What's one boundary you can set with your nana?
Walking away from arguments or not engaging when she is yelling.
When your anxiety starts increasing, what is one warning sign you notice?
Racing thoughts, feeling overwhelmed, becoming irritated, or wanting to isolate.
What does anxiety tell you that isn't always true?
That I'm going to fail, no one cares, or nothing will ever get better.
What is one strength you have?
Kindness, resilience, honesty, caring for others, determination.
Who are the people supporting you right now?
Mom, Dad, friends, therapist.
If home feels overwhelming, what are two healthy options instead of arguing?
Go to my room, take the dogs outside, call a friend, or work on diamond painting.
Besides coping skills, what healthy activity helps improve your mood?
Shopping with my mom, talking with my dad, spending time with friends, walking the dogs.
Name one way you've become stronger since starting therapy.
Better coping skills, setting boundaries, asking for help, understanding my emotions.
When you lose motivation, what can help you get started?
Taking one small step, asking for support, making a plan, rewarding myself.
What are your two therapy goals?
"I want to not feel scared all the time."
"I want to have the motivation to take care of myself and feel better about who I am."
What does a safe home environment look like to you?
Less yelling, respect, feeling supported, and being able to communicate calmly.
If one coping skill doesn't work, what should you do?
Try another coping skill instead of giving up.
What would your life look like if fear wasn't in control?
I'd go out more, exercise, make more friends, work, or feel happier.
What does taking care of yourself mean to you?
Taking medication, getting enough sleep, exercising, using coping skills, asking for help.
If you could thank yourself for one thing this year, what would it be?
Not giving up, staying in therapy, continuing to fight through difficult times, or asking for help.