Boundaries Discussion Questions Worksheet
GinaMarie Guarino, LMHC
Boundaries are an important part of healthy relationships and a good sense of self-esteem but can be difficult to set without the proper tools and support. Everyone has their own needs and boundaries, and they are often different depending on the situation. Some people may struggle with setting boundaries with family, while others feel uncomfortable setting boundaries at work.
Learning how to set boundaries is important. Peer support can help with building the skills and confidence needed to assert boundaries in real-life situations. Discussing methods of setting boundaries can be beneficial for clients in group therapy.
About This Worksheet
Setting boundaries can be intimidating, but having social support and encouragement from group members can help clients feel empowered to assert themselves. The Boundaries Discussion Questions worksheet provides a therapy group with reflection questions for discussing boundary-setting skills.
The reflection questions on this worksheet help start a conversation about the challenges of setting boundaries and offer an opportunity for group members to support each other while building boundary-setting skills. The Boundaries Discussion Questions worksheet can be used with adults in group therapy. It can be used with clients who are struggling with anxiety, interpersonal issues, low self-esteem, and more.
Instructions
Introduce the Boundaries Discussion Questions worksheet as a group exercise to explore the dynamics of setting boundaries. Review the introductory paragraph and each reflection question on the worksheet with the group. Instruct the group members to reflect on their personal experiences while completing the reflection questions.
When the group members have completed the reflection questions, engage them in conversation by reviewing each question. Encourage the group members to share their responses and learn from each other through their shared experiences. Reflect on key similarities and differences and encourage the group to support each other while building healthier boundaries.
