Emotional Check In Worksheet

What is an Emotional Check-In Worksheet?

The Emotional Check-in Worksheet is a communicative and comprehensive worksheet that aims to develop both client and therapist's understanding of what emotions are present during their time together. This daily feelings check in worksheet can be completed in the client's own time or during sessions.

In simple terms, this worksheet supports clients in communicating their big emotions. It can be a versatile tool when it comes to therapy sessions. Being able to identify emotions during time away from therapy can help the therapist to better understand what might be going on at home and during the time that is not spent together.

The great thing about the Emotional Check In Worksheet is that it can be utilized in a number of settings. Whether or not the worksheet is used in therapy, this tool can be used in family home life settings, group settings, education settings, and even occupation settings.

The importance of communicating your emotions

Being able to effectively communicate emotions helps us to engage with others appropriately. Often when we are feeling low, engagement with peers may start to decline. By noticing and acknowledging feelings that are impacting our daily lives, individuals can be determined to make significant changes or utilize their emotional intelligence when it comes to their daily activities.

Communication of emotions also allows individuals to check in with themselves. Individuals who often complete check ins on their emotions and behavior may find it easier to self-regulate and talk through what is occurring. Having these skills can support individuals in their quest for emotional intelligence as well as self-awareness.

Being able to communicate emotions also supports a positive therapeutic relationship. It may become easier for the relationship to form when both parties are on the same page about what is occurring for the client. That also goes for the majority of relationships in the client's life. Being open and honest about how they are feeling may also support their integrity in personal and professional relationships.

When should this worksheet be used?

There are various occasions where this worksheet can be used. Whether it's utilized as an in-session activity or a homework task, this worksheet is designed so clients can complete it with as little active support as possible.

During sessions

Depending on how you run your sessions with clients, you can utilize this worksheet during your sessions together. It might be a good idea to initially check in on the emotions at the beginning of your time together and then at the end of your session. This way you can work through specific emotions together - really getting down to a full understanding of what is going on for your client.

Educational settings

Children need support when it comes to identifying their emotions. Within a classroom setting, teachers can support their kids in being able to describe emotions with this worksheet. From a child's perspective, completing this worksheet can be extremely helpful in identifying specific emotions that can be worked on. From an educator's perspective, this worksheet can help in identifying students who might be at risk of negative emotions, as well as identifying the need for integrating support systems and other interactive approaches forward.

Workplace settings

Even adults sometimes need to debrief on how they're feeling. In the workplace, emotional check in worksheets can be used in a variety of different settings. Occupations that are subject to trauma or that require an emotional aspect to the routine can leave individuals feeling low or even unable to describe how they're feeling. Completing a feelings check in worksheet can support young adults as well as adults in developing emotional intelligence.

Personal growth

Finally, this kind of feelings check in worksheet can be utilized as a way to approach personal growth. Individuals who are seeking out a new way to enhance their ability to quickly check their daily emotions can benefit from completing this worksheet. Individuals who use a daily check may be more inclined to begin checking in with their mental health and even implement new activities to support their daily emotions.

How to use this Emotional Check In Worksheet

Here at Carepatron, we're dedicated to making sure you have a simple experience using our worksheets. That's why we've created an easy to follow step by step set of instructions to support you.

Step one: Obtain the worksheet

You can do this by navigating the Carepatron templates gallery and downloading this worksheet to your device. The great thing about this worksheet is that it is editable. You can make changes to it using your device and saving that version to your desired secure system. You can also obtain this worksheet for a physical copy.

Step two: Talk with your client

Depending on how you prescribe this worksheet, whether it be in clinic or as a homework task, you should talk with your client about what they might need to write down. You may choose to take this time to describe how they can complete this worksheet and how often according to what the therapy sessions include.

Step three: Check in

It's a good idea to check in on the completed worksheets. Individuals who complete this worksheet as a homework task may bring it into their sessions and talk about highlighted emotions they have noted down.

Step four: Store the worksheet securely

Finally, it's always a good idea to securely store the worksheet for future reflection. You can utilize the ability of Carepatron for this aspect. You can rest assured knowing this information is locked away privately.

The benefits of expressing your emotions

There are various benefits to being able to openly communicate your emotions. Individuals who express their feelings may be able to:

• Communicate better with others socially
• Be able to understand others' feelings
• Become more resilient
• Have an easier time dealing with mental health issues

Individuals who express their feelings and can recognize when situations are going to impact their current state of peace are less likely to engage in activities that don’t support their daily routine, and more likely to bounce back from difficult situations. Being able to openly express and engage in positive conversations about mental health and emotional well-being can support an overall positive outlook on life.

Other useful resources for emotional checking in

Carepatron has a variety of different resources to support your emotional therapy sessions. Below are a few options to bring into your sessions:

Feelings Thermometer

The Feelings Thermometer is a useful emotional activity that supports individuals in emotional literacy. It can aid in recognizing, understanding, and expressing emotions that allow for an improved communication experience about personal feelings. By using this tool, individuals gain a greater awareness of their emotional health, leading to better emotional management

Using this feelings thermometer template can strengthen your practice and enhance client outcomes.

Journaling

A great way to do a feelings check in can be through journaling. Whether the client is working through other mental health issues, writing down one page of useful things that have gotten them through the day can be helpful. Journal therapy can also help people reduce the amount of stress they feel, enhance their self-awareness, problem solve, manage their trauma, and even cultivate mindfulness and gratitude. Journaling can also be used as a reflecting task that allows individuals to see how their feelings change over the day, week, or entire year!

Emotion Wheel

Using an Emotion Wheel can also support individuals during therapy sessions. Those who are struggling to find the right words can use this wheel to describe how they are feeling in that moment. Whether the Emotion Wheel is in the home or in the clinic, individuals may feel more at ease knowing their emotions are valued on this wheel. It's a great conversation starter as well!

Carepatron has over 1,000 more templates that can be useful in the therapy section. Check out our templates by following this link.

Research and evidence

There is an increasing amount of educational studies being conducted on emotional intelligence. It's important to remember that understanding emotions is a big task we begin doing in the first few months of our lives as babies.

Emotional intelligence is defined as the ability to comprehend and manage one's emotions (Serrat, 2017). This not only goes for an individual's self but also holding the capacity to understand other's emotions. Developing a comprehensive understanding of emotions allows individuals to broaden the benefits of emotional intelligence. Individuals who know themselves emotionally are more likely to reduce the amount of stress they endure, less likely to engage in conflict, and are able to hold more space for positive relationships with others (Serrat, 2017).