Quick tools, scripts, and strategies therapists can reference during sessions
About: Many first-time (or even long-term) clients struggle with where to begin in therapy. Below are structured yet flexible responses to help them engage without feeling pressured. 1. Normalize and validate the Feeling "That’s total ...
"Therapist Session Starter & Flow Cheat Sheet", designed to help you open and structure sessions with intention, variety, and clinical depth beyond the typical “How was your week?”.PURPOSE: A guide to open sessions, re-engage clients, and structure me ...
Working with First-Time Therapy Clients First-time clients often have limited mental health knowledge and may feel uncertain about how therapy works. Your role is to educate, collaborate, and tailor the process to their needs. Below are key strategies to ...
Purpose: To replace generic openers with structured, collaborative interventions that assess progress, refine focus, and enhance the therapeutic alliance.Section 1: Goal Setting & Recalibration(Use when sessions feel stagnant, directionless, or when a ...