Narrative Therapy and ACT Workbook : Externalizing the Problem and Diffusion Toolkit

This Narrative Therapy & ACT Workbook is a printable toolkit designed to help users externalize challenges and re-author their personal stories using powerful therapeutic techniques. Combining Narrative Therapy’s storytelling approach with ACT’s cognitive diffusion tools, this workbook guides users through reflection exercises that promote personal growth and emotional regulation.

Perfect for:

Therapists & mental health professionals

Coaches & counselors

Self-help enthusiasts

Anyone seeking to explore their story and build resilience

What’s included:

10 printable worksheets (PDF format)

Introduction to Externalizing & Diffusion concepts

Naming and describing the problem as a character

ACT diffusion techniques to unhook from unhelpful thoughts

Narrative reframing tools and final reflection exercise

Additional worksheets: Story Map, Shifting the Story, The Problem’s Voice vs. Your Voice, and more

Key Benefits:

Helps users separate from “problem-saturated” narratives

Supports emotional regulation using ACT and Narrative Therapy principles

Printable and easy to use for personal growth or client work

How it works:

Instant download — no physical item will be shipped

Format: High-resolution PDF (ready to print or use digitally)