Sleep
Sleep issues Sleep issues is actually pretty common issues that I see with my patients. And if I can usually motivate the patients to improve thier sleep, I do notice…
Self harm
So, this is a very delicate symptom that needs to be handled with care, affection, and non judgmental way. When i see this in the referral, I make sure to…
AI prompts for documentation
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 use AI because of ethical…
Adoption, foster care & kinship care
If you are working with kids who are adopted, or are in foster care or kinship care, you should remember that you have an opportunity to be a very important…
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…
Mental Health apps
One of the coolest things out there for us therapist/ psychologist/ social workers, is the mental health apps. We are always next to our phone. So, what a way to…
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.
Internal Family Systems Therapy
Cheat sheet that can be used for Internal Family Systems Therapy created by Dr. Richard Schwartz.
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 to meditate and…
Mindfulness
Teaching mindfulness - how, what, where, when and why.