5 steps to handle sibling conflict

Sibling rivalry

Sibling rivalryI like to also address the relationship between the siblings when I work with the patient. I truly believe that if I help the environment of the patient to…
Infographic with tips and tools to help improve sleep, fall asleep faster, and stay asleep throughout the night.

Sleep

Sleep issuesThis is actually pretty common issues that I see with my patients. And if I can usually motivate the patients to improve their sleep, I do notice that their…
Self love behaviors to replace self harming behaviors

Self harm

Self harm/injury Self-harm is a very delicate symptom. It needs to be handled with care, compassion, and without judgment. When I see self-harm listed in a referral, I pay close…
AI prompts for progress notes, treatment goals and info graphic creation

AI prompts for documentation

AI prompts for therapy notes I would like to start this blog by saying that I know there are lot of social workers who feel like they don't want to…
Summary of 4 core skills of DBT: Interpersonal Effectiveness, Mindfulness, Emotion Regulation, Distress Tolerance with key points and techniques for each skill

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)  I would really recommend taking this training if you get an opportunity. If I were you, I would probably get training directly from the creator of…
List of mental health apps- free and helpful

Free best mental health apps

One of the coolest things out there for us therapist/ psychologist/ social workers, is the mental health apps. Some of them are free. We are always next to our phone.…
Acceptance and Commitment therapy (ACT) hexaflex: six core process

Acceptance And Commitment Therapy

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is a valuable approach that focuses on understanding patients' yearnings and creating tailored treatment plans. It emphasizes mindfulness, self-awareness, and the distinction between values and goals. A key tool is the Mindful Action Plan, designed by Dr. J Moran, which helps patients remember essential concepts easily.
Grief and loss healing conversation starter - six questions

Grief and Loss

Addressing grief and loss This is a topic that I like to check on my own feelings. We all have our own feelings related to our own loss. So, I try…