Planning meaningful activities

This worksheet is designed to help young people in planning meaningful activities aligned with their core values, supporting behavioural activation in therapy.

It provides a space to identify specific values to focus on, select related activities, and schedule when and where these activities will take place. It also encourages them to anticipate potential obstacles and consider strategies to overcome these challenges.

References and Further Reading

  • Pass, L., Reynolds, S., & Pimas, M. (2021). Brief behavioural activation for adolescent depression: A clinician’s manual and session-by-session guide. London: Jessica Kingsley Publishers. 
  • McCauley, E., Schloredt, K. A., Gudmundsen, G. R., Martell, C. R., & Dimidjian, S. (n.d.). Behavioural activation with adolescents: A clinician’s guide. 
  • Pass, L., Whitney, H., & Reynolds, S. (2016). Brief behavioural activation for adolescent depression. Clinical Case Studies, 15(5), 360–375. https://doi.org/10.1177/1534650116645402.
  • Reynolds, S., & Parkinson, M. (2015). Am I depressed and what can I do about it? A CBT self-help guide for teenagers experiencing low mood and depression. London: Robinson. 
  • Dummett, N., & Williams, C. (2008). Overcoming teenage low mood and depression: A five areas approach. London: Hodder Arnold.