When Reactions Feel Bigger Than You Expected: A Behaviour Chain Analysis Guide

This 12-page guided workbook is designed to help young people understand strong emotional reactions by slowing down what happened before, during and after the moment.

Created by a practising high school counsellor, this resource draws on DBT-informed principles and combines evidence-based behaviour chain analysis with warm, accessible language. It supports individuals in identifying vulnerability factors, mapping thoughts and emotions, recognising urges, and understanding patterns in behaviour in a structured but non-overwhelming way.

Inside you’ll find:
• A clear explanation of behaviour chain analysis
• Emotional intensity check-ins
• Exploration of vulnerability factors and stress build-up
• Step-by-step breakdown of triggering situations
• Thought and assumption mapping
• Body awareness prompts
• Urge and behaviour reflection
• Short- and long-term consequence exploration
• Identification of pause points and coping strategies

Suitable for:
• Counselling sessions
• School wellbeing settings
• Teen and early secondary use
• Individual reflective work with guidance

This resource is intended for educational and reflective use and does not replace therapy or professional mental health support.

Digital download only.