A practical tool to help clients explore and clarify what truly matters to them. The Personal Values Card Sort is a Motivational Interviewing (MI) exercise designed to help individuals identify, rank, and reflect on their personal values.
This resource encourages meaningful conversation about motivation and change, supporting clients in aligning their actions with what they care about most. It’s widely used in MI, Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT), and other evidence-based approaches.
Use this resource to:
Support values clarification in MI, ACT or CBT sessions
Guide discussion about goals and motivation
Encourage self-reflection and commitment to personal growth
