The “Therapy Skills” category is dedicated to providing mental health professionals with practical advice, strategies, and insights for improving their therapy skills. This category covers a broad range of topics, from specific types of therapy such as cognitive-behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, accelerated resolution therapy, and trauma-focused cognitive-behavioral therapy, to treatment issues that may arise when working with different populations, including children, adults, and families. The goal of this category is to help mental health professionals hone their therapy skills and develop a toolbox of effective techniques for working with clients. Whether you’re just starting out in your career or you’re an experienced practitioner looking to expand your skill set, you’ll find valuable guidance and resources in the “Therapy Skills” category of our blog. In this category, we’ll also address common challenges that mental health professionals may encounter in their work, including working with clients who are resistant to therapy, dealing with complex mental health issues, and managing crises such as suicide or the death of a client. By providing insights and strategies for navigating these difficult situations, we aim to help mental health professionals provide the best possible care to their clients.
Hello, my fellow therapists! If you’ve been in the field for any amount of time, you’ve probably encountered a few difficult clients (or maybe even a difficult colleague or two). Working with difficult clients can be challenging, but fear not! In this post, we’re going to explore some strategies for de-escalating tense situations and setting…
Welcome to the magical world of therapy! There are so many types of therapy out there, it’s like a choose-your-own-adventure book, but for mental health. Don’t worry, newbie therapists, we’ve got you covered with a rundown of three popular types of therapy: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Reality Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing (MI). First up, we…