Control Mapping

Things I can control

Examples:

• attending my appointments

• who I call for help

• my strategies for coping

Things I can influence

Examples:

• backup planning

• communication with providers

• advocacy efforts

Things I have concern for

Examples:

• funding cuts

• shelter capacity

• provider turnover

Discussion Questions

• which section takes up the most of your mental energy?

• what would happen if you redirected soem energy towards what you can influence?

• are there concerns outside your control that you feel responsible for?

• what support could help you focus on areas where you do have agency?

Goal:

Help clients differentiate between personal and systemic barriers while reducing self-blame, which in turn can improve perceive control.