{"product_id":"vulnerable-child-mode","title":"Vulnerable Child Mode","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLearn to Understand, Connect With and Soothe Your Vulnerable Child\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Vulnerable Child Mode sits at the heart of Schema Mode Therapy. It is the part of us that carries painful memories, unmet emotional needs, feelings of loneliness, fear, shame, sadness, and vulnerability. For many people, this mode becomes activated by experiences that echo past hurt, leading to overwhelming emotions and unhelpful coping strategies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis practical handout explains the role of the Vulnerable Child Mode, how it develops through unmet emotional needs, and why healing this mode is a central goal of Schema Mode Therapy. It also provides a structured worksheet to help identify triggers, recognise needs, and develop Healthy Adult strategies for self-soothing and emotional regulation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(15, 174, 78);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTHIS HANDOUT IS INCLUDED IN THE SCHEMA THERAPY COMPLETE SET OF WORKSHEETS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn This Resource:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ What the Vulnerable Child Mode is and why it matters\u003cbr\u003e✔ How unmet emotional needs shape adult emotional responses\u003cbr\u003e✔ The connection between vulnerability, trauma and coping modes\u003cbr\u003e✔ The role of the Healthy Adult Mode in healing emotional wounds\u003cbr\u003e✔ Reflection questions to identify triggers and emotional needs\u003cbr\u003e✔ A practical plan for soothing and supporting your inner child\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePerfect For:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSchema Therapy clients\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIndividuals working through childhood trauma or neglect\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePeople struggling with intense emotions, shame or self-criticism\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEMDR and trauma therapy clients\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMental health clinicians seeking psychoeducational resources\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis handout helps transform vulnerability from something to avoid into something that can be understood, supported and healed. By learning to respond to your Vulnerable Child with compassion rather than criticism, you can begin building a stronger and healthier relationship with yourself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Digital PDF Download\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCreated By:\u003c\/strong\u003e Jessica O'Garr (Clinical Psychologist) \u0026amp; Dr Al Griskaitis (Psychiatrist)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Psych Collective","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46550641213601,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0722\/4167\/6449\/files\/VULNERABLECHILDMODEThePsychCollective.png?v=1781662001","url":"https:\/\/store.thepsychcollective.com\/products\/vulnerable-child-mode","provider":"The Psych Collective Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}