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ACT Chessboard Exercise Worksheet – Defusion & Perspective-Taking Therapy Tool
ACT Chessboard Exercise Worksheet – Defusion & Perspective-Taking Therapy Tool
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ACT CHESSBOARD WORKSHEET EXERCISE
Digital Download
Help clients step out of the struggle with their thoughts using this powerful Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) exercise. The Chessboard Worksheet teaches clients to see themselves as the board—not the battling pieces—creating distance from difficult thoughts, emotions, and inner conflicts.
This printable, therapist-friendly worksheet guides clients through visualizing thoughts as opposing chess pieces, building awareness, cognitive defusion, and self-as-context. Ideal for sessions or homework, it’s especially effective for anxiety, overthinking, and internal conflict.
A simple yet transformative tool to help clients observe—not fight—their inner experience.
Includes 3 page PDF (print ready)
Can I use these with my clients?
Can I use these with my clients?
Yes! Our license gives you permission to use these worksheets with as many clients as you like for as long as you like. However, these are not to be resold or shared.
I am not a therapist, can I use these on my own?
I am not a therapist, can I use these on my own?
Yes! These worksheets can be used by anyone wanting to learn about the topics. They are not for use in crisis or emergency situations.
How do I integrate these into my practice?
How do I integrate these into my practice?
All of our worksheets are print ready. So just choose the pages you want to print and off you go. You can give them to clients to take home or use them for your notes. We also offer some digital worksheets.
Shipping & Delivery
Shipping & Delivery
Most items are instant access via email. These products will be noted as 'digital download'. The physical workbooks will also be noted. They are POD meaning that the book will only be printed once the order is placed. Once the order is placed the book will print in 2-3 days and shipping usually takes up to 7 days.
Return Policy
Return Policy
We offer free returns & money back guarantee on all products. If you don't like what you purchased just let us know and we will refund your money.
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