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.…
Treatment / SMART goals
About me: I try to create treatment goals the first session. Not only do I focus on creating the treatment goals, I try to make them feel comfortable by sharing…
Building Rapport and connecting
ALL ABOUT ME: This is my favorite part. You can also have them draw how they see themselves, while they share about them. This session is going to be all…
Biopsychosocial assessment
Biopsychosocial Assessment Through a Timeline Activity One of my favorite ways to complete a biopsychosocial assessment is through a timeline activity. It helps children and teens organize their experiences while…
Emotion Regulation through awareness
Emotion regulation through identification and verbalization I love using stories from the previous sessions I had with the kids I provided therapy to. I still remember this kid, whom I…
Emotion Regulation through self control
Emotion regulation -learning its meaning and intensity Before you teach about the purpose of emotions, scale/ intensity and body sensations, I would recommend teaching about emotional awareness first. Below link…
Locus of Control
Triggers and how I feel Once you teach them about emotion regulation skills. Hopefully they will learn that It is okay to feel the way we feel when we go…
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is one of the interventions I use most often. I help clients explore their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Then, we examine how…
Cognitive Distortions and Restructuring
Belief system After you provide psychoeducation on cognitive behavioral therapy CBT, and client is able to identify negative thoughts or their core belief systems. You can look at the link…
Coping skills
COPING SKILLS Starting With Existing Coping Skills When exploring coping skills, I usually start by asking what they already use. This helps clients recognize their existing strengths. It also shows…