Anxiety Body Map

How to use it

1. Decide whether body mapping feels comfortable enough today; a non-body option is available.
2. Use colors, symbols, or words for sensations, intensity, and context without trying to explain or diagnose them.
3. Stop, orient to the room, or seek support if the activity increases discomfort; discuss new or concerning physical symptoms with an appropriate professional.

Reflection prompts

• What patterns, differences, or uncertainties do you notice?
• What else could affect these sensations?
• What support would feel appropriate now?

Facilitator guidance

Use with trauma-sensitive pacing and avoid attributing physical sensations automatically to anxiety. Stay within professional scope and support appropriate medical evaluation when indicated.

Adaptations & accessibility

• Use a weather map, object outline, or abstract page instead of a body.
• Allow pointing, stickers, or verbal description.
• Choose a body outline and position that reflect the person's mobility and identity preferences.

Review considerations

Enhanced trauma-sensitive, medical-scope, and licensed-clinician review required before use.