When a client blames themselves for everything, we can help them see there are other reasons why something might occur. Here are five ways to stop your client self-blaming.
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Treating Psychological Impotence
Here are 5 ways to treat psychological blocks at the root of sexual dysfunction.
How to Build Better Boundaries
The consequences of never stating needs, ideas, or demands is a life of frustration and learned helplessness. Here are five ways to help your clients be more assertive.
Should You Use Regression with Your Clients?
False memories can be created during regression. Here are four reasons why taking your client back to the past isn’t always the right approach.
Research Roundup 1
We have greater access to psychological knowledge than ever before, but we are also bombarded with it. Here are 5 current psychological studies and my responses to them.
How to Use the Affect Bridge to Instantly Raise Self-Esteem
Here are four ways to free your clients from the influence of negative memories using the Affect Bridge
3 Ways to Help Your Clients Control Their Emotions
When a client is at the mercy of their own feelings, they can feel out of control. Introduce the idea of self-mastery with these techniques.
5 Tips for Treating Inferiority Complex
Use these five strategies to lift your clients’ self-esteem.