Dan Short, Ph.D. Hypnosis can be an effective modality with a variety of symptoms such mood regulation, panic attacks, pain management and smoking cessation. As per Dan Short, Ph.D., therapeutic hypnosis is a “collaborative exploration of possibility, as previously unrecognized resources and potentials are brought to awareness.” The primary objective of therapeutic hypnosis is for the benefit of a […]
The Art of Self-Disclosure in Therapy
Quick Answer: What Is Self-Disclosure in Therapy & When to Use It Self-disclosure in therapy is when a therapist shares personal information, experiences, or reactions with a client. While we’re always disclosing through our office décor, clothing, and responses, intentional disclosure requires careful consideration. When Self-Disclosure Is Helpful Building therapeutic alliance – Research shows 30% […]
4 Ways to Use Digital Tools to Engage Clients
Are you looking for some innovative ways to connect with your clients? You might want to consider employing technology to facilitate engagement with some of your clients. Yajaira Curiel, MFT shared some simple low-tech illustrations of how she has done this in her practice at a presentation she gave called “Digital Tools for Healing.” […]
Understanding Dissociative Identity Disorder
Growing Together by Nancy-Lee Mauger This artwork exhibits 25 parts of the artist; Shy (26th) chose to remain hidden. Would you be able to correctly diagnose an individual with Dissociation Identity Disorder (DID)? Between 1-3% of the general population have this mental illness, but only about 6% of them actually present with visibly distinct alternate identities. […]
How to Increase Resilience
Discover 5 easy ways to increase resiliency based on neuroscience: connect with supportive friends, practice self-compassion, exercise, savor positive emotions, and embrace new challenges. Learn how to find the gift in your mistakes and why our brains learn as much from failures as successes. Practical resilience-building techniques for mental health professionals and their clients.
