Between-Session Assignment
Clients identify the self-sabotaging behaviors that derail their progress and replace them with choices that protect recovery.
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This 4-page assignment is designed to help individuals in Substance Use Disorder (SUD) treatment identify and overcome self-sabotaging behaviors that hinder their recovery. The guide explores common self-sabotaging thoughts and actions, the impact they have on treatment progress, and practical strategies to eliminate them. By developing self-awareness, challenging negative beliefs, and implementing effective coping mechanisms, individuals can build a stronger foundation for long-term sobriety and personal growth. This resource encourages reflection and proactive steps toward a healthier, more fulfilling recovery journey.
Written by clinical psychologist Dr. Hal Baumchen, PsyD, LP, LADC, this printable PDF worksheet gives clinicians a practical, session-ready tool. The conversational, encouraging tone makes clinical concepts accessible to clients at any stage of therapy, while structured prompts keep the work focused and productive.
How clinicians use it: as an in-session exercise to open and structure discussion, as between-session homework to reinforce skills, as a progress tool to track growth over time, and as part of a treatment unit paired with the companion lesson and PowerPoint on this topic. Formatted for easy printing and immediate use in individual or group settings.
