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Following is the content on this site, listed by relevant categories.
anxiety
Generalised Anxiety Disorder 2023-09-08 12:48:00 (NZ)
Anxiety 2023-08-09 12:07:00 (NZ)
Anxiety in the DSM-5 2023-08-04 12:32:00 (NZ)
bdd
Drawing Yourself in Body Dysmorphic Disorder Treatment 2023-08-15 13:52:00 (NZ)
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Body Dysmorphic Disorder Book 2023-08-10 10:38:00 (NZ)
Compassion-Focused Therapy for Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD) 2023-08-07 12:43:00 (NZ)
Narrative Therapy for Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD) 2023-08-07 11:48:00 (NZ)
Body Dysmorphic Disorder 2023-07-27 18:40:00 (NZ)
Ugly Me - BDD documentary 2023-07-26 13:03:00 (NZ)
What is BDD 2023-07-23 18:14:00 (NZ)
Body Dysmorphic Disorder Treatment by Exposure 2023-07-17 14:27:00 (NZ)
blog
Grief is like a Stream 2024-01-05 09:50:00 (NZ)
Nelson Counselling Offices of Therapy Aroha 2023-10-26 11:43:00 (NZ)
Assumptions Exercise 2023-10-24 16:39:00 (NZ)
Listening Exercise Notes 2023-10-18 09:34:00 (NZ)
Listening Exercise 2023-10-17 09:29:00 (NZ)
Depression Podcast From Oxford University 2023-10-11 12:09:00 (NZ)
AI Assisted Therapy With ChatGPT 2023-09-01 09:30:00 (NZ)
Meditation and Yoga Playlist 2023-08-24 13:15:00 (NZ)
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Body Dysmorphic Disorder Book 2023-08-10 10:38:00 (NZ)
The Importance of Kindness 2023-08-04 08:34:00 (NZ)
Ugly Me - BDD documentary 2023-07-26 13:03:00 (NZ)
The Power of Group Therapy 2023-07-24 20:33:00 (NZ)
What is BDD 2023-07-23 18:14:00 (NZ)
The Group Therapy Microcosm 2023-07-21 11:30:00 (NZ)
Here and Now in Therapy 2023-07-19 15:46:00 (NZ)
Body Dysmorphic Disorder Treatment by Exposure 2023-07-17 14:27:00 (NZ)
Nietzsche 2023-07-16 20:00:00 (NZ)
Yoga for Mental Health 2023-07-16 19:48:00 (NZ)
Beating Body Dysmorphic Disorder Podcast 2023-07-15 12:01:00 (NZ)
The Theory and Practice of Group Psychotherapy 2023-07-13 16:53:00 (NZ)
Tūruapō 2023-07-11 12:30:00 (NZ)
books
The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work 2024-03-04 11:54:00 (NZ)
Ten Self-help Books for Couples 2024-02-20 09:22:00 (NZ)
Self-Help Books for Couples Considering Counselling 2023-10-13 09:56:00 (NZ)
Twenty-Four Psychotherapy Texts 2023-08-23 11:57:00 (NZ)
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Body Dysmorphic Disorder Book 2023-08-10 10:38:00 (NZ)
The Theory and Practice of Group Psychotherapy 2023-07-13 16:53:00 (NZ)
cbt
Anger Management 2024-03-07 10:12:00 (NZ)
ABC Technique 2024-03-07 09:57:00 (NZ)
Ten Cognitive Therapy Techniques 2024-02-05 13:33:00 (NZ)
TEAM Model of Cognitive Therapy 2023-12-01 16:48:00 (NZ)
Cognitive Therapy Homework 2023-11-07 16:21:00 (NZ)
Should Statements 2023-10-13 13:40:00 (NZ)
Polarised Thinking 2023-10-13 13:31:00 (NZ)
Personalisation 2023-10-13 13:23:00 (NZ)
Overgeneralisation 2023-10-13 13:13:00 (NZ)
Mind-Reading 2023-10-13 13:07:00 (NZ)
Mental Filtering 2023-10-13 13:06:00 (NZ)
Reality Testing in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy 2023-09-14 08:49:00 (NZ)
Metacognitive Therapy 2023-08-24 10:13:00 (NZ)
Metacognitive Model 2023-08-24 09:41:00 (NZ)
Modes 2023-08-24 09:16:00 (NZ)
Schemas 2023-08-24 09:08:00 (NZ)
Labelling 2023-08-22 11:32:00 (NZ)
Guided Discovery 2023-08-21 10:08:00 (NZ)
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Body Dysmorphic Disorder Book 2023-08-10 10:38:00 (NZ)
Emotional Reasoning 2023-08-08 15:46:00 (NZ)
Discounting the Positive 2023-08-08 08:34:00 (NZ)
Exposure Therapy 2023-08-07 15:58:00 (NZ)
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Journalling 2023-08-07 09:27:00 (NZ)
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Homework 2023-08-05 11:30:00 (NZ)
Cognitive Restructuring 2023-08-02 15:07:00 (NZ)
Catastrophising 2023-08-01 10:46:00 (NZ)
Aaron Beck 2023-07-31 18:54:00 (NZ)
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy 2023-07-28 08:36:00 (NZ)
cft
Compassion-Focused Therapy for Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD) 2023-08-07 12:43:00 (NZ)
Compassion-Focused Therapy 2023-08-05 12:07:00 (NZ)
couples and family counselling
Bowenian Family Therapy 2024-03-08 17:15:00 (NZ)
Family Therapy and Family Counselling 2024-03-08 17:00:00 (NZ)
Counselling for Non-Binary and Homosexual Couples 2024-03-08 12:49:00 (NZ)
Compassion-Focused Therapy in Couples Counselling 2024-02-29 11:21:00 (NZ)
Family Therapy 2024-02-22 11:51:00 (NZ)
The Gottman Method Couples Therapy 2024-02-20 09:47:00 (NZ)
Evolution of Family Therapy 2024-02-09 11:47:00 (NZ)
Couples Counselling Psychodrama 2024-01-31 10:56:00 (NZ)
Couples Therapy Sessions 2024-01-30 10:05:00 (NZ)
Counselling Violent Couples 2024-01-13 13:36:00 (NZ)
Couples Gestalt Therapy 2024-01-10 10:15:00 (NZ)
Journalling in Couples Narrative Therapy 2024-01-10 09:45:00 (NZ)
Gottman's Relationship Behaviours That Lead to Failure 2023-12-04 14:26:00 (NZ)
Narrative Marriage Therapy 2023-12-04 10:13:00 (NZ)
Assumptions Exercise 2023-10-24 16:39:00 (NZ)
Listening Exercise Notes 2023-10-18 09:34:00 (NZ)
Listening Exercise 2023-10-17 09:29:00 (NZ)
Couples Counselling Techniques 2023-10-11 13:00:00 (NZ)
definitions
Psychodynamic Therapy 2024-03-11 10:33:00 (NZ)
Bowenian Family Therapy 2024-03-08 17:15:00 (NZ)
Anger Management 2024-03-07 10:12:00 (NZ)
ABC Technique 2024-03-07 09:57:00 (NZ)
Whakatū-Nelson History 2024-02-29 11:10:00 (NZ)
Family Therapy 2024-02-22 11:51:00 (NZ)
Emotionally Focused Therapy 2024-02-21 13:32:00 (NZ)
Positive Psychology 2024-02-09 12:25:00 (NZ)
Evolution of Family 2024-02-09 11:57:00 (NZ)
Counselling 2024-02-08 11:14:00 (NZ)
Counsellors, Psychologists and Psychotherapists 2024-01-25 13:34:00 (NZ)
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) 2023-11-08 17:35:00 (NZ)
Dispute Resolution 2023-11-07 13:22:00 (NZ)
Metta Meditation 2023-10-31 13:10:00 (NZ)
Should Statements 2023-10-13 13:40:00 (NZ)
Polarised Thinking 2023-10-13 13:31:00 (NZ)
Personalisation 2023-10-13 13:23:00 (NZ)
Overgeneralisation 2023-10-13 13:13:00 (NZ)
Mind-Reading 2023-10-13 13:07:00 (NZ)
Mental Filtering 2023-10-13 13:06:00 (NZ)
Generalised Anxiety Disorder 2023-09-08 12:48:00 (NZ)
Anxiety Sensitivity 2023-09-08 12:13:00 (NZ)
Behavioural Activation Model 2023-08-24 11:57:00 (NZ)
Metacognitive Therapy 2023-08-24 10:13:00 (NZ)
Cognitive Attentional Syndrome 2023-08-24 10:03:00 (NZ)
Metacognition 2023-08-24 09:52:00 (NZ)
Metacognitive Model 2023-08-24 09:41:00 (NZ)
Modes 2023-08-24 09:16:00 (NZ)
Schemas 2023-08-24 09:08:00 (NZ)
Te Whare Tapa Whā 2023-08-23 15:56:00 (NZ)
Labelling 2023-08-22 11:32:00 (NZ)
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder 2023-08-22 11:21:00 (NZ)
Psychotherapy 2023-08-22 10:53:00 (NZ)
Brief Therapy 2023-08-22 10:45:00 (NZ)
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy 2023-08-22 10:10:00 (NZ)
Antisocial Personality Disorder 2023-08-22 10:00:00 (NZ)
Anorexia Nervosa 2023-08-22 09:53:00 (NZ)
Bibliotherapy 2023-08-22 09:10:00 (NZ)
Emotional Intelligence 2023-08-22 09:03:00 (NZ)
Psychoeducation 2023-08-22 08:41:00 (NZ)
Gestalt Therapy 2023-08-21 10:01:00 (NZ)
Group Dynamics 2023-08-21 09:56:00 (NZ)
Family Dynamics 2023-08-17 19:40:00 (NZ)
Person-Centered Therapy 2023-08-17 18:57:00 (NZ)
Anhedonia 2023-08-17 12:42:00 (NZ)
Alexithymia 2023-08-16 11:02:00 (NZ)
Agoraphobia 2023-08-16 10:03:00 (NZ)
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy 2023-08-15 13:25:00 (NZ)
Motivational Interviewing 2023-08-14 18:26:00 (NZ)
Affective Flattening 2023-08-14 17:08:00 (NZ)
Anxiety 2023-08-09 12:07:00 (NZ)
Depression 2023-08-09 11:56:00 (NZ)
Mindfulness 2023-08-09 11:18:00 (NZ)
Meditation 2023-08-09 10:52:00 (NZ)
Yoga 2023-08-09 10:38:00 (NZ)
Narrative Therapy 2023-08-08 17:29:00 (NZ)
Compassion-Focused Therapy 2023-08-05 12:07:00 (NZ)
Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, 5th Edition 2023-08-04 12:30:00 (NZ)
Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction 2023-08-03 15:04:00 (NZ)
Psychologists and Psychotherapists 2023-08-03 08:51:00 (NZ)
Online Therapy and In-Person Therapy 2023-08-03 08:51:00 (NZ)
Cognitive Restructuring 2023-08-02 15:07:00 (NZ)
Catastrophising 2023-08-01 10:46:00 (NZ)
Death Doula 2023-07-30 12:15:00 (NZ)
Master of Education 2023-07-30 11:46:00 (NZ)
Master of Counselling 2023-07-30 11:42:00 (NZ)
Master of Business Administration 2023-07-30 11:39:00 (NZ)
Suicide Plan 2023-07-30 11:22:00 (NZ)
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy 2023-07-28 08:36:00 (NZ)
Body Dysmorphic Disorder 2023-07-27 18:40:00 (NZ)
depression
Depression Podcast From Oxford University 2023-10-11 12:09:00 (NZ)
Counselling for Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) 2023-10-06 11:21:00 (NZ)
Depression 2023-08-09 11:56:00 (NZ)
Depression in the DSM-5 2023-08-04 12:09:00 (NZ)
exercises
Assumptions Exercise 2023-10-24 16:39:00 (NZ)
Listening Exercise Notes 2023-10-18 09:34:00 (NZ)
Listening Exercise 2023-10-17 09:29:00 (NZ)
gestalt therapy
Couples Gestalt Therapy 2024-01-10 10:15:00 (NZ)
Gestalt Therapy 2023-08-21 10:01:00 (NZ)
Empty Chair Technique 2023-08-09 18:52:00 (NZ)
groups
The Power of Group Therapy 2023-07-24 20:33:00 (NZ)
The Group Therapy Microcosm 2023-07-21 11:30:00 (NZ)
introductions
Counselling Nelson (Whakatū) 2023-11-07 13:28:00 (NZ)
Therapy Aroha on Instagram 2023-10-31 13:20:00 (NZ)
Lifeline Aotearoa New Zealand 2023-10-27 11:44:00 (NZ)
Body Dysmorphic Disorder Courses 2023-08-14 17:13:00 (NZ)
Nelson 2023-08-09 18:46:00 (NZ)
Christchurch 2023-08-02 15:02:00 (NZ)
Nietzsche 2023-07-16 20:00:00 (NZ)
Tūruapō 2023-07-11 12:30:00 (NZ)
lists
Ten Self-help Books for Couples 2024-02-20 09:22:00 (NZ)
Ten Cognitive Therapy Techniques 2024-02-05 13:33:00 (NZ)
Couple Communication Errors 2024-02-05 13:17:00 (NZ)
Ten Quotes on Family Dynamics 2024-01-31 12:35:00 (NZ)
Ten Quotes on Marriage and Family Counselling 2024-01-31 12:23:00 (NZ)
Ten Quotes on Psychotherapy 2024-01-31 12:14:00 (NZ)
Twenty-Four Psychotherapy Texts 2023-08-23 11:57:00 (NZ)
Twenty Schools of Psychotherapy 2023-08-22 13:44:00 (NZ)
Ten Therapists 2023-08-15 18:11:00 (NZ)
Ten Mental Health Disorders 2023-08-07 09:18:00 (NZ)
meditation
Metta Meditation 2023-10-31 13:10:00 (NZ)
Meditation and Yoga Playlist 2023-08-24 13:15:00 (NZ)
Meditation 2023-08-09 10:52:00 (NZ)
mindfulness
Mindfulness 2023-08-09 11:18:00 (NZ)
Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction 2023-08-03 15:04:00 (NZ)
modalities
Psychodynamic Therapy 2024-03-11 10:33:00 (NZ)
Emotionally Focused Therapy 2024-02-21 13:32:00 (NZ)
Te Whare Tapa Whā 2023-08-23 15:56:00 (NZ)
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy 2023-08-22 10:10:00 (NZ)
Person-Centered Therapy 2023-08-17 18:57:00 (NZ)
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy 2023-08-15 13:25:00 (NZ)
Motivational Interviewing 2023-08-14 18:26:00 (NZ)
narrative therapy
Journalling in Couples Narrative Therapy 2024-01-10 09:45:00 (NZ)
Narrative Marriage Therapy 2023-12-04 10:13:00 (NZ)
Narrative Therapy for Grief 2023-10-06 10:42:00 (NZ)
Re-membering 2023-08-15 17:56:00 (NZ)
Narrative Therapy 2023-08-08 17:29:00 (NZ)
Narrative Therapy for Couples 2023-08-08 08:56:00 (NZ)
Narrative Therapy for Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD) 2023-08-07 11:48:00 (NZ)
nelson
Evolve Festival Whakatū Nelson Aotearoa New Zealand 2023-11-21 11:23:00 (NZ)
History of Nelson Aotearoa New Zealand 2023-09-26 10:25:00 (NZ)
Counselling Sessions in Nelson 2023-09-25 10:44:00 (NZ)
podcasts
Depression Podcast From Oxford University 2023-10-11 12:09:00 (NZ)
Body Dysmorphic Disorder Treatment by Exposure 2023-07-17 14:27:00 (NZ)
Beating Body Dysmorphic Disorder Podcast 2023-07-15 12:01:00 (NZ)
quotes
Ten Quotes on Family Dynamics 2024-01-31 12:35:00 (NZ)
Ten Quotes on Marriage and Family Counselling 2024-01-31 12:23:00 (NZ)
Ten Quotes on Psychotherapy 2024-01-31 12:14:00 (NZ)
Cognitive Therapy Homework 2023-11-07 16:21:00 (NZ)
self-help
The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work 2024-03-04 11:54:00 (NZ)
Preparing for Counselling 2024-03-01 14:29:00 (NZ)
Phototherapy 2024-02-20 12:15:00 (NZ)
Ten Self-help Books for Couples 2024-02-20 09:22:00 (NZ)
Couple Communication Errors 2024-02-05 13:17:00 (NZ)
Constructive Discussion Techniques for Couples 2024-01-10 11:11:00 (NZ)
Meditative Breath Work 2023-11-06 17:34:00 (NZ)
The Effects on Mental Health of Diet and Exercise 2023-10-27 11:16:00 (NZ)
Assumptions Exercise 2023-10-24 16:39:00 (NZ)
Listening Exercise Notes 2023-10-18 09:34:00 (NZ)
Listening Exercise 2023-10-17 09:29:00 (NZ)
Self-Help Books for Couples Considering Counselling 2023-10-13 09:56:00 (NZ)
Self-Soothing Between Therapy Sessions 2023-09-25 10:03:00 (NZ)
services
Counselling Nelson (Whakatū) 2023-11-07 13:28:00 (NZ)
Pre-Marriage Counselling 2023-10-10 12:35:00 (NZ)
Counselling Sessions in Nelson 2023-09-25 10:44:00 (NZ)
Gestalt Therapy for Family Counselling 2023-08-17 19:46:00 (NZ)
Family Therapy Aotearoa New Zealand 2023-08-16 20:36:00 (NZ)
Gestalt Therapy for Couples Counselling 2023-08-08 10:53:00 (NZ)
Couples Counselling 2023-08-06 20:51:00 (NZ)
Counselling in New Zealand 2023-08-06 20:42:00 (NZ)
Compassion-Focused Therapy for Couples 2023-08-06 13:13:00 (NZ)
Family Counselling 2023-08-03 09:05:00 (NZ)
Online Therapy and In-Person Therapy 2023-08-03 08:51:00 (NZ)
Marriage Counselling 2023-08-03 08:44:00 (NZ)
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) for Couples 2023-08-02 14:48:00 (NZ)
techniques
Preparing for Counselling 2024-03-01 14:29:00 (NZ)
Phototherapy 2024-02-20 12:15:00 (NZ)
The Gottman Method Couples Therapy 2024-02-20 09:47:00 (NZ)
Couples Counselling Psychodrama 2024-01-31 10:56:00 (NZ)
Constructive Discussion Techniques for Couples 2024-01-10 11:11:00 (NZ)
A Week of Holotrophic Breathwork 2023-11-24 12:39:00 (NZ)
Holotropic Breathwork 2023-11-06 17:44:00 (NZ)
Meditative Breath Work 2023-11-06 17:34:00 (NZ)
The Interpretation of Dreams in Psychotherapy 2023-11-01 15:09:00 (NZ)
Self-Soothing Between Therapy Sessions 2023-09-25 10:03:00 (NZ)
Guided Discovery 2023-08-21 10:08:00 (NZ)
Death Doula Journalling 2023-08-16 11:31:00 (NZ)
Re-membering 2023-08-15 17:56:00 (NZ)
Drawing Yourself in Body Dysmorphic Disorder Treatment 2023-08-15 13:52:00 (NZ)
Empty Chair Technique 2023-08-09 18:52:00 (NZ)
Exposure Therapy 2023-08-07 15:58:00 (NZ)
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Journalling 2023-08-07 09:27:00 (NZ)
Cognitive Restructuring 2023-08-02 15:07:00 (NZ)
templates
Sample Safety Plan 2023-08-18 09:20:00 (NZ)
Couples Counselling Encouragement 2023-08-17 13:05:00 (NZ)
theory
Couple Communication Errors 2024-02-05 13:17:00 (NZ)
The Interpretation of Dreams in Psychotherapy 2023-11-01 15:09:00 (NZ)
Emotional Schemas 2023-08-24 17:43:00 (NZ)
Mindfulness Research from Teasdale, Segal and Williams 2023-08-24 17:35:00 (NZ)
Cognitive Science of Decision-Making 2023-08-24 17:29:00 (NZ)
The Power of Group Therapy 2023-07-24 20:33:00 (NZ)
The Group Therapy Microcosm 2023-07-21 11:30:00 (NZ)
Here and Now in Therapy 2023-07-19 15:46:00 (NZ)
therapists
John Gottman 2024-02-20 09:39:00 (NZ)
Rollo May 2023-10-10 12:41:00 (NZ)
David Epston 2023-08-18 10:39:00 (NZ)
Michael White 2023-08-18 10:21:00 (NZ)
Fritz Perls 2023-08-17 16:40:00 (NZ)
Carl Jung 2023-08-17 13:51:00 (NZ)
Sigmund Freud 2023-08-17 13:40:00 (NZ)
Carl Rogers 2023-08-17 13:40:00 (NZ)
Ten Therapists 2023-08-15 18:11:00 (NZ)
Aaron Beck 2023-07-31 18:54:00 (NZ)
vignettes
A Vignette - Dean 2023-08-24 12:27:00 (NZ)
A Vignette - Alice 2023-08-24 12:18:00 (NZ)
A Vignette - John 2023-08-21 10:18:00 (NZ)
A Vignette - Sam and Thomas 2023-08-17 12:24:00 (NZ)
A Vignette - Tim 2023-08-04 12:58:00 (NZ)
A Vignette - David 2023-08-03 13:29:00 (NZ)
A Vignette - Jim and Sarah 2023-08-03 10:28:00 (NZ)
yoga
Meditation and Yoga Playlist 2023-08-24 13:15:00 (NZ)
Yoga 2023-08-09 10:38:00 (NZ)
Yoga for Mental Health 2023-07-16 19:48:00 (NZ)
Spotlight on Narrative Therapy
Narrative Therapy is a form of psychotherapy that emerged in the late 20th century, founded by Michael White and David Epston. This therapeutic approach challenges the traditional views of problem-solving by shifting the focus from a person's problems to the stories they construct about themselves and their experiences. The central idea is that individuals create and shape their identities through the stories they tell, and these stories can be rewritten to promote positive change and personal growth.
Principles and Concepts
At the core of Narrative Therapy are several key principles and concepts. The first is the belief in the multiplicity of stories. Narrative therapists recognise that people have many stories about their lives, and these stories may not always align with dominant societal narratives or problematic self-perceptions. By exploring alternative narratives, individuals can gain new perspectives on their experiences and strengths.
Externalisation
Externalisation is a fundamental technique in Narrative Therapy. It involves separating the person from the problem, treating the problem as an external entity. By externalising the problem, individuals can view it more objectively and begin to challenge its influence on their lives. This process allows individuals to regain a sense of agency and control over their narratives.
Deconstructing Dominant Discourses
Narrative therapists emphasise the deconstruction of dominant discourses that can contribute to feelings of powerlessness or self-blame. These discourses are the prevailing societal norms, expectations, and cultural beliefs that can negatively impact an individual's self-esteem and worldview. By challenging these discourses and exploring their effects, individuals can reclaim their personal narratives and develop more empowering perspectives.
Collaborative and Empowering Approach
Narrative Therapy places a strong emphasis on collaboration between the therapist and the client. The therapist serves as a co-author of the client's narrative, assisting in the exploration of alternative stories and encouraging the client to embrace their preferred narratives. This empowering approach allows clients to become active agents in reshaping their lives and identities.
Narrative Therapy offers a unique and empowering perspective on personal growth and change. By shifting the focus from problems to stories, individuals can discover new ways of understanding themselves and their experiences. Through externalisation, deconstruction of dominant discourses, and collaborative exploration, Narrative Therapy helps clients build more positive and empowering narratives, leading to improved well-being and resilience.