Example of a SMART goal worksheet

Define a specific goal	Write the specific behavior or outcome you want.
Make it measurable	Write steps to achieve those goals. How will you measure and track the progress?
Ensure achievability	Are the goals real or achievable?
Relevance to your life	How do these goals align with your values?
Set a timeframe	What is the specific timeframe within which you want to achieve?
Identify potential barriers	What barriers do you anticipate in your way?
Ways to overcome those barriers.	Write ways to overcome those barriers.

References:

Joseph A, Chapman M. Confidence and Success with CBT: Small Steps to Achieve Your Big Goals with Cognitive Behaviour Therapy. John Wiley & Sons; 2013 Aug 2.

You can download more Mental Health worksheets here.

Please note: There may be a more up-to-date and editable version of this worksheet available here which may be more suitable to present to clients if you are a therapist or to use in a classroom as a teacher or guidance counselor.