The Four Horsemen is a method of describing four destructive communication patterns in a relationship. Each communication style is a warning sign of unhealthy relationship dynamics. Relationships are at high risk of failing if healthier communication methods are not learned to replace the Four Horsemen. Because of this, it is important to address unhealthy communication […]
Addiction is powerful, and recovery is an ongoing process that requires healthy coping skills. While in recovery, an important part of maintaining abstinence is knowing how to cope with addiction triggers effectively. It is important for clients in recovery to know how to use their coping skills. Addiction recovery can be achieved, and learning how […]
Relationships can be challenging when a partner is suffering from borderline personality disorder. Borderline personality disorder affects a person’s sense of self-worth and ability to regulate their emotions, which can lead to behaviors that impact the quality of their relationships when left unaddressed. People who suffer from borderline personality disorder often struggle to feel secure […]
Educating clients about the warning signs of gaslighting can help with addressing harmful relationship issues. Without knowing the warning signs, gaslighting can be difficult to identify and can leave clients feeling insecure and confused when dealing with relationship stress. Gaslighting is an abusive and manipulative behavior that causes people to question their perception of events […]
Working with clients who struggle with perfectionism can be challenging. Perfectionism causes clients to put excessive pressure on themselves to succeed, which contributes to anxiety and low self-esteem. Understanding how perfectionism affects a person can help a client in therapy learn healthier coping skills for stress. Perfectionistic behaviors often stem from low self-worth, causing clients […]
The Four Horsemen is a method of describing four destructive communication patterns in a relationship. Each communication style is a warning sign of unhealthy relationship dynamics. Relationships are at high risk of failing if healthier communication methods are not learned to replace the Four Horsemen. Because of this, it is important to address unhealthy communication […]
When teaching your clients cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) coping skills, it is important to introduce them to common thinking errors. Thinking errors, or cognitive distortions, are thought patterns that can affect how clients interpret situations, contributing to hurt feelings, unwanted behaviors, an impaired sense of self-esteem, and more. Thinking errors are a common experience. Identifying […]
An important practice in therapy is reflecting on the progress and growth the client has made while working on themselves. Reviewing key points of change between the past and present can help encourage clients to internalize their progress and build confidence in their ability to take care of themselves. Reflecting on the past and present […]
Cognitive distortions are errors in thinking that can cause a person to misinterpret situations and see themselves in a negative light. They are powerful and can affect a person’s self-esteem, mood, and reactions to challenging situations. Teaching a client in therapy about how cognitive distortions may be impacting their mental health can be a great […]
Addiction is powerful, and recovery is an ongoing process that requires healthy coping skills. While in recovery, an important part of maintaining abstinence is knowing how to cope with addiction triggers effectively. It is important for clients in recovery to know how to use their coping skills. Addiction recovery can be achieved, and learning how […]
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