28+ ‘Therapy’ Writing Prompts
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Fruitful Routine
Explain a scenario where daily writing prompts would have a major positive impact on someone’s life.
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Green Therapy
Discuss how engaging with nature regularly can influence personal wellbeing and sustainable practices.
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Spectral Therapy
Spin a twisty tale about a psychiatrist who starts treating a ghost, helping it process its death and unfinished business.
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Blood Therapy
Envision a scenario in which a vampire works as a therapist, hearing the plights of humans while wrestling with his…
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Exploring Coping Mechanisms
Write about strategies or tactics that help you manage bipolar disorder.
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Stability Checks
Keep a daily journal of your emotions, thoughts, triggers, and any coping strategies you tried.
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Compound Gratitude
Write about five small things, occurrences or people you are thankful for – items that often go unnoticed.
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Thank You Note to Self
Write a note of thanks to yourself, expressing gratitude for the things you have done for your own well-being.
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Epistolary Therapy
Write a letter to someone who caused you emotional pain without the intention of ever sending it.
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Rewriting the Script
Think about a recent social situation that caused you anxiety, now rewrite that situation unfolding in a way you would…
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Letter to the Night
Compose a metaphoric letter to “the night”, expressing your feelings and thoughts around sleep.
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Painting Peaceful Places
Describe a location, real or imaginary, that brings you a sense of calm and tranquility.
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Visualize Your Healing
Describe yourself in a healed, emotionally healthy state, as vividly as possible.
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Miracle of Talking
Discuss how talking about depression in a therapy setting can aid in the healing process.
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The Therapy Stigma
Describe any personal encounters or societal narratives you’ve observed around the stigma of therapy.
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Journey Through Therapy
Write about your personal journey through therapy, if applicable, or create a fictional story about someone else’s experience.
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Medication vs Therapy
Consider the role that medication plays versus therapy in managing your depression.
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Creative Healing: Art Therapy
Explore the concept of using art and creativity as a coping mechanism and treatment for depression.
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Embracing the Therapy Journey
Narrate your experiences (real or imagined) with therapy as a form of treatment for depression.
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Facing Fear
Choose a fear or anxiety you have and write a short story where you confront and overcome this fear.
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Chronicles of Emotional Evolution
Write a series detailing the story of a character who is in therapy, where each session uncovers a new aspect…
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The Therapy Diaries
Share your experiences with therapy, counseling or other forms of professional mental health help.
