Political stress is no longer just background noise—it's a real, present force in your clients' lives. From rising anxiety to family tension and media overload, many people are coming to therapy looking for grounded, practical ways to cope.

That’s exactly why I created the Coping with Political Stress workbook—a fully editable, therapist-friendly eBook designed to help clients manage political stress while offering you a flexible resource to use in and between sessions.

Why Your Clients Might Need This Workbook

If you’re a therapist, chances are you’ve heard your clients say things like: “The news is giving me anxiety,” “I can’t stop doomscrolling,” or “I’m afraid to talk to my family about politics.” These aren’t just passing comments—they’re symptoms of real political stress.

Clients are feeling overwhelmed by the 24/7 news cycle, burned out from trying to stay engaged, and emotionally drained by social division and uncertainty. Some are avoiding relationships, sleep is suffering, and their nervous systems are constantly on high alert.

They don’t need more information—they need a plan. This workbook gives them structured support, reflection tools, and concrete strategies they can use right away to feel more in control and less reactive.

How to Use the Workbook in Your Practice

1. Use it to Guide Sessions

Use the workbook as a framework for sessions centered around coping skills, boundary-setting, or emotional regulation. Each section—like “Focusing on What You Can Control” or “Taking Breaks from Screens”—can be used as a jumping-off point for deeper conversation. You might work through an exercise together, or let a page set the tone for a session.

2. Assign Between-Session Homework

This is a great way to keep clients engaged outside of therapy. Assign a section for them to reflect on, journal about, or try out in real life. When they come back to session, you can debrief and explore their insights together. It gives them something concrete to work with and helps reinforce coping strategies in daily life.

3. Use it for Psychoeducation and Normalization

Many clients don’t realize how common political stress is. The statistics, reflection prompts, and real-world examples in the workbook help normalize their experience. When they see they’re not “overreacting,” it opens the door to self-compassion and validation.

4. Customize It for Your Practice

This workbook is fully editable—meaning you can personalize it for your clients and brand. Add your logo, reword content to match your therapeutic style, change the colors or fonts, and even insert your own prompts or handouts. Whether you use CBT, mindfulness, ACT, or an integrative approach, you can tailor the content to suit your needs.

How to Introduce It to Clients

You don’t need a formal pitch—introduce the workbook organically when the topic of political stress, media burnout, or emotional overwhelm comes up. Many clients will be relieved to have a resource that meets them where they are.

Try saying something like:
"It sounds like everything going on in the news has been weighing heavily on you. I actually have a workbook that offers some really helpful tools—like setting boundaries, unplugging from the noise, and managing stress. Would you like to take a look?"

You can also include the workbook as part of a welcome packet for new clients, provide it during high-stress seasons like election time, or use it as part of a wellness group or psychoeducational workshop.

Bonus for Therapists & Coaches

The workbook isn’t just for one-on-one sessions. It works beautifully as a tool in group therapy, community wellness events, digital courses, and coaching programs. You can offer it as a lead magnet, bundle it with other resources, or use it as a bonus in your online offerings.

It’s not just a workbook—it’s a customizable, client-centered, and evidence-informed tool that helps people reclaim their peace of mind.

Ready to Offer Extra Support?

If your clients are feeling overwhelmed by the state of the world, this is your chance to offer them something tangible, supportive, and affirming. Give them the tools to stay grounded—even when the world feels chaotic.

👉 Get the Coping with Political Stress Workbook Here

You’ll be helping your clients build resilience—and making your practice even stronger.