Countdown to Calmness Worksheet [FREE PDF Download]

A grounding emotions worksheet to help clients manage anxiety by focusing on their senses, promoting mindfulness, and returning to the present moment

The Countdown to Calmness emotions worksheet is a powerful tool for therapists to help clients manage anxiety, stress, and emotional overwhelm. By guiding clients through a sensory grounding technique, this emotions worksheet allows them to connect with their surroundings, promoting mindfulness and emotional regulation.

What the Worksheet Does

  • Helps clients focus on their immediate surroundings.
  • Engages the five senses to promote calmness.
  • Provides a structured method to manage anxiety and emotional stress.

Why the Worksheet is Essential

  • It offers a quick and effective way to reduce anxiety.
  • Encourages mindfulness and present-moment awareness.
  • Supports clients in building emotional self-regulation skills.

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