Who Am I? Identity & Values (Teens)
A youth-friendly worksheet for exploring interests, values, strengths, hidden parts of self and external pressures, ending with one authentic step for the week.
1-page fillable PDF · US Letter (prints on A4) · Identity · Values
- Approach / concern
- Teens (13-18)
- Technique
- Identity · Values
- Format
- Fillable PDF, 1 page (US Letter / A4)
- Access
- Pro and Advanced plans (3-day free trial)
- For
- Licensed clinicians to use with clients
- Updated
- October 2026
Key facts
What is the Who Am I? Identity & Values (Teens)?
Identity development is a central task of adolescence. Exploring interests, values and strengths helps teens build a coherent sense of self and resist pressure to conform.
Why it works
Erikson described identity formation as the core developmental challenge of adolescence (Erikson, 1968). Adolescence is a period of heightened brain plasticity and sensitivity to social context, making supportive exploration valuable (Steinberg, 2014).
When to use it
- Teens with low self-esteem
- Identity questions (including cultural, gender and sexual identity)
- Peer pressure and social media
- School counselling
How to use it in session
- Invite open, non-judgemental exploration.
- Let the teen choose which boxes to complete.
- Explore pressures and their impact.
- Identify one authentic step.
- Revisit over time as identity evolves.
Clinician tips
- Affirm diverse identities.
- Avoid steering toward ‘right’ answers.
- Respect privacy about what’s shared with parents.
Worked example
Sharing with clients
Members can download the PDF to print or email, or copy a private client link from the download box. Your client opens the link and downloads the worksheet on any device. No client account is needed, and nothing your client writes is stored on TherapyAid.
Frequently asked questions
Is it normal for teens to change interests a lot?
Yes. Trying different interests and identities is a healthy part of adolescence.
Can this help with identity questions about gender or sexuality?
It can open conversations, and should be paired with affirming, specialized support where needed.
References
Steinberg, L. (2014). Age of opportunity: Lessons from the new science of adolescence. Houghton Mifflin Harcourt.
Erikson, E. H. (1968). Identity: Youth and crisis. W. W. Norton.
This worksheet is an educational tool for use by, or under the guidance of, a licensed or registered mental-health professional. It is not a diagnostic instrument or a substitute for clinical judgement. If a client is in crisis in Canada, call or text 9-8-8 or call 9-1-1.
