Worksheet
What Is Psychological Flexibility?
This psychological flexibility worksheet introduces clients to a fundamental concept in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)—the ability to stay present, adapt to fluctuating situational demands, and take meaningful action. Use this resource to explore how greater flexibility supports mental health, resilience, and long-term well-being.
How to Use This Worksheet
This worksheet offers an overview of a key concept in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Clients can use it to reflect on how they navigate daily life, respond to challenging emotions, and relate to their thoughts and experiences. Therapists can introduce it during psychoeducation or as a starting point for discussing the six core processes of the ACT model.
Who It's For
This worksheet is well-suited for clients working through anxiety disorders, depression, or psychological inflexibility that limits their ability to live in alignment with their values. It’s also useful for clients exploring mental health or struggling to balance competing desires across multiple life domains.
Expected Outcomes
- Greater clarity around the concept of psychological flexibility
- Stronger connection between thoughts, feelings, and meaningful life goals
- Improved resilience and adaptability across different environments
- More effective sessions grounded in ACT-based language and goals
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References
Doorley, J. D., Goodman, F. R., Kelso, K. C., & Kashdan, T. B. (2020). Psychological flexibility: What we know, what we do not know, and what we think we know. Social and Personality Psychology Compass, 14(12), 1–11. https://doi.org/10.1111/spc3.12566
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