Selves in a Box

Posted by Elsbeth on Tuesday, January 31, 2012

I recently became acquainted with J. Tamara Stone’s Selves in a Box. This set of 52 cards and comprehensive Guide book offers a thorough exploration of the basics of Voice Dialogue (a therapeutic model developed by the author’s father and step-mother, Hal and Sidra Stone). The cards suggest names of various sub-personalities typical of all…Read More »

Affirmation Ovals

Posted by Elsbeth on Thursday, December 22, 2011

There are wonderful affirmation decks on the market. Decks that offer the reader solid ideas about how to affirm their own goodness and potential. Two of my favorites are Louise Hay’s Wisdom Deck and Cheryl Rainfield’s Love Yourself Cards. Search on line and you will find a set of affirmations for almost any specificity (e.g. Christian affirmations,…Read More »

GROK Cards

Posted by Elsbeth on Saturday, November 26, 2011

I love these cards! Grok Cards were developed by Jean Morrison and Christine King as a tool for teaching Nonviolent Communiction. The card set includes 54 feelings cards and 54 needs/values cards, along with instructions for 15 games. GROK games are designed to increase understanding, listening, and communication. The games can be used with children as…Read More »

Higher Self Glasses

Posted by Elsbeth on Friday, October 7, 2011

Sometimes, when teaching important tools, it’s helpful to use an object lesson that is unforgettable. Often the more outrageous the more memorable. My Higher Self Glasses fit this description – outrageous and unforgettable. I pull the glasses out and put them on my face and have a good chuckle with my clients. On the lens…Read More »

Psychotherapy Handout – ROLF Filter

Posted by Elsbeth on Sunday, October 2, 2011

Many of the thoughts we think or beliefs we hold are like junk food, easy and quick to grab but not healthy to ingest. When we are telling ourselves things in an automatic and habitual way we may be broadcasting lies and harmful stories without even knowing it. This unfiltered and unhealthy inner dialogue (aka:…Read More »

Psychotherapy Handout: Critic Catcher

Posted by Elsbeth on Tuesday, September 20, 2011

Is your inner critic having a hay-day with incessant interruptions and nagging complaints of your imperfections? You might need a Critic Catcher. This is my latest handout, designed to look at ways to transform the message of the critic from caustic to respectful. Three areas are considered when turning the message of the critic around,…Read More »

Goals for Therapy

Posted by Elsbeth on Monday, September 12, 2011

I find therapy to be much more effective if the goals for therapy are clear from the beginning. In the initial session of therapy I ask clients to fill out a goal sheet, as homework. The sheet offers a place to list three desired goals. Below this is a space to describe the steps or…Read More »

Build Your Own Mission Statement

Posted by Elsbeth on Thursday, September 8, 2011

FranklinCovey mission statement is an easy tool for constructing a personal, family, or team mission statement.

Parent’s Guide for Things to Know Before You Say “Go”

Posted by Elsbeth on Saturday, September 3, 2011

Parent’s Guide for use with Things to Know Before You Say “Go” card deck. Offers ideas and scripts for introducing the cards to teen children.

Good Relationship Advice in a Humorous Context

Posted by Elsbeth on Thursday, August 11, 2011

Sometimes a little laughter is a precious thing, especially when discussing powerful issues like relationship choice and management. Madea, the saucy, irreverent character designed by Tyler Perry, spouts some sound wisdom in the following YouTube video. Medea Gives Relationship Advice In this scene, Madea makes several important points about partnership choices. She speaks loudly about…Read More »