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Cognitive Analytic Therapy•For Adults

Pattern Recognition Diary

A self-monitoring tool for tracking when patterns are noticed and what alternative responses (“exits”) were tried.

This diary helps you track when patterns are triggered, how you recognised them, and what alternative responses (exits) you tried.

Pattern Recognition Diary

DateSituationPattern I noticedPosition on diagramExit I triedWhat happened

Using the diary

  • Fill it in as soon as possible after noticing a pattern
  • Reference your diagram to identify where you were
  • Even small exits count — note them
  • Bring the diary to sessions to discuss

This resource is for educational purposes and is not a substitute for professional support.

Source: TheTherapies (thetherapies.vercel.app) — Part of Cognitive Analytic Therapy resources.