5ps formulation (therapist sheet)

This worksheet is designed to assist therapists in gathering comprehensive information about a young person’s difficulties using the 5Ps formulation.

It provides structured prompts for each of the five key areas, helping therapists explore the factors contributing to and maintaining the young person’s challenges.

References and Further Reading

  • Kuyken, W., Padesky, C. A., & Dudley, R. (2009). Collaborative case conceptualization: Working effectively with clients in cognitive-behavioral therapy. Guilford Publications.
  • Johnstone, L., & Dallos, R. (Eds.) (2006). Formulation in psychology and psychotherapy: Making sense of people’s problems. Routledge.
  • Sturmey, P. (Ed.) (2009). Clinical case formulation: Varieties of approaches. Wiley-Blackwell.
  • Mumma, G. H. (1998). Improving cognitive case formulations and treatment planning in clinical practice and research. Journal of Cognitive Psychotherapy, 12(3), 251–274.