Active Listening Prompts for Therapy: A Practical Tool for Counselors & Coaches for Client Training

Enhance communication skills in your therapy sessions with this structured and engaging active listening tool!

This resource provides 30 thoughtfully designed prompts to help clients develop essential listening skills, improve connection, and navigate conversations more effectively. Whether you're working with couples, individuals, or groups, these prompts facilitate real-world practice in a fun, interactive, and impactful way.

What’s Inside?

✅ Psychoeducation Outline – A clear, structured overview of active listening principles to introduce the topic before starting the exercises.
✅ 30 Speaker & Listener Prompts – A mix of realistic and imaginative scenarios that keep clients engaged while reinforcing key listening techniques.
✅ Beginner-Friendly Prompts (Prompts 1-5) – Ideal for clients who may struggle with communication or feel nervous about the exercise.
✅ Advanced & Creative Prompts (Prompts 21-30) – Perfect for more confident participants who enjoy humor and out-of-the-box thinking.
✅ Versatile Use in Therapy – Use in couples therapy, individual sessions, or group settings. The activity can be adapted for different formats, including randomized pairings or structured role-play.

How to Use This Tool

1️⃣ Start with a brief psychoeducation discussion using the provided outline.
2️⃣ Assign or randomly distribute Speaker (S) and Listener (L) prompts.
3️⃣ Have clients practice a structured conversation using the prompts.
4️⃣ Encourage reflection and discussion after each round to deepen learning.

Who Is This For?

✔️ Therapists, counselors, and coaches seeking engaging client exercises
✔️ Couples working on communication skills
✔️ Group therapy facilitators looking for interactive activities
✔️ Clients who struggle with listening, communication, or social skills

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