One of the biggest mistakes clients in can make is thinking relapse “just happens.”
We know that it builds through patterns like isolation, resentment, poor sleep, defensiveness, and subtle shifts in thinking and behavior.
I came across this worksheet and wanted to share it with the group. It can help people spot those warning signs early and plan for high-risk situations...
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When someone experiences loss, they don’t always have the language to explain what they’re feeling. This grief workbook helps bridge that gap, using guided activities, reflection, and coping strategies grounded in TF-CBT.
Originally created for children, but easily adaptable for adults who benefit from structured, hands-on processing.
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I'm always looking for free stuff online to share with the Taking the Escalator community. I recently found these two Attachment Style worksheets that came from separate places but they look like they would work nicely together to review this interesting clinical topic.
Enjoy the 2 Free Attachment Style Worksheets below:
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A classic tool for understanding emotional outbursts
Anger is often the emotion people see first. Someone raises their voice, slams a door, argues with a partner, or explodes in frustration—and the situation gets labeled simply as “anger.” But anger is rarely the whole story....
A classic concept in counseling is the Anger Iceberg. Just like a real iceberg, only a small portion is visible above the water. Beneath the surface are many other emotions that often drive the anger in the first place. When these emotions build up, anger can become the emotion that finally breaks through the surface.
The “Identify Your Iceberg” Activity
Instead of just discussing the chart, ask group members:
“When you get angry, what emotions are usually underneath for you?”