Gaslighting Warning Signs Worksheet

Educating clients about the warning signs of gaslighting can help with addressing harmful relationship issues. Without knowing the warning signs, gaslighting can be difficult to identify and can leave clients feeling insecure and confused when dealing with relationship stress.

Gaslighting is an abusive and manipulative behavior that causes people to question their perception of events and relationship issues. When left unaddressed, it can affect a person’s self-esteem and sense of safety in their relationship. Educating clients about the warning signs of gaslighting can help with early intervention and prevent long-term consequences.

About This Worksheet

Behaviors associated with gaslighting can be hard to identify without education. Reviewing common warning signs can help a client feel prepared to handle relationship issues. The Gaslighting Warning Signs worksheet lists common warning signs of gaslighting. It can help individuals and couples in therapy learn how to reduce abusive or unhealthy behaviors and promote healthy communication.

This worksheet can be used with adults participating in individual or couples counseling. It may also be used in group counseling sessions when addressing issues related to domestic violence recovery or related issues.

Instructions

The Gaslighting Warning Signs worksheet is a tool to help with identifying gaslighting behaviors. Introduce the worksheet and provide a brief overview of how gaslighting affects people in relationships. Then, have the client check off each gaslighting warning sign they experience.
Reflect on the results of the worksheet with the client. Use the list as an aid in exploring the detrimental effects of gaslighting. Ask the client about their experience with gaslighting, including:

• “How often do you feel insecure in your relationship?”
• “What do you need to feel safer with your partner?”
• “What are your next steps after learning about gaslighting warning signs?”

Support and guide the client as they process their experience with gaslighting. Provide the client with a copy of the worksheet for reference.

Download Gaslighting Warning Signs Worksheet