One Step at a Time

Help young people make sense of their choices, navigate ambivalence, and build lasting positive habits with this engaging, structured 24-page interactive workbook.

Based on the evidence-backed Prochaska and DiClemente Stages of Change Model, Unstuck: The Next Right Step meets young people aged 10–16 exactly where they are. Rather than forcing compliance, this resource normalises the natural ups and downs of personal growth, offering young people a safe space to reflect, plan, and take action at their own pace.

What’s Included in the 24 Pages?

• Child & Practitioner Guides: Clear, age-appropriate introductions explaining how the 6 Stages of Change work in plain UK English.
• Stage Identifiers & Checklists: Diagnostic tools to help young people pinpoint their current mental state without judgment.
• Stage-by-Stage Worksheets: Tailored prompts for Pre-contemplation, Contemplation, Preparation, Action, Maintenance, and Relapse/Learning.
• Decisional Balance & Motivation Scale: Visual exercises to weigh the pros and cons of changing vs staying the same.
• Barrier & Support System Mapping: Identify personal triggers (peer pressure, stress, burnout) and map out healthy coping outlets.
• Action & Relapse Toolkits: Concrete habit-swapping strategies, environment-changing tips, and "learning from setbacks" reflection guides.
• Personal Promises & Forward Planning: Growth-mindset exercises to wrap up the workbook and set a positive vision for the future.

Who Is This Resource For?

• School Pastoral Teams & Counsellors: Ideal for 1-on-1 intervention sessions, behavioral support plans, and pastoral check-ins.
• Therapists & CAMHS Practitioners: A versatile tool for clinical sessions addressing low mood, anxiety, substance use, gaming, or emotional regulation.
• Parents & Carers: A gentle, non-judgmental guide to facilitate meaningful conversations with teenagers at home.

Key Features & Adaptations:

• UK English & References: Fully adapted with UK spelling, terminology (GP, school nurse, youth club, Childline), and cultural context.
• Neurodivergent-Friendly Design: Built with clear structural scaffolding, bullet points, visual scales, and concise prompts to support executive functioning and lower anxiety.
• Flexible Usage: Can be completed cover-to-cover or broken down into micro-sessions over several weeks.

Product Details:

• Format: Digital PDF (Instant Download)
• Page Count: 24 printable pages
• Target Age: 10–16 years old