Graded Task Assignment for achievable steps

Build an ordered path from one large goal to a first action you can take now. Review progress and make a step smaller when needed.

CBTWorksheetIntervention planningProgress reviewBehavior change

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Tool guide

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Use this background section to understand when the tool fits, how practitioners use it, and what to consider before sharing it with clients.

Start with the current step

Name a larger non-fear-based goal, then make the first action small enough to begin now. Later actions can remain provisional.

Adjust the sequence

Move actions into a gradual order, record what happened, and split a step when it feels too large.

Use with clients

Practitioners can edit the worksheet wording and guidance before sharing it. Client plans and notes stay separate from the reusable template.

Can a client start with one step?

Yes. A goal and one concrete first action can be ready to use while later steps remain provisional.

Does it use exposure ratings?

No. The plan supports non-fear-based goals and records progress without numerical ratings or scores.