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National Psychotherapy Day - September 25, 2021
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Workbook of Play Therapy - Essentials and Beyond
Resilience is the ability to bounce back when things do not go as planned. What we did not plan on is the current problem with our economy. Usually economies fall into recession, move into recovery and beginning a new business cycle. But what we are seeing with COVID-19 is a deep recession leading to a less noticeable, but ongoing, recession that may leave a few scars on our economy. Considering this, it seems important to think about what keeps us stable during these unstable times.
There is good evidence that Teletherapy works. Virtual services are effective for mental health diagnosis and assessment across many populations and disorders in various settings. According to current research, online sessions appear to be comparable to face-to-face care. Telehealth brings services to remote areas or helps those who are homebound due to illness or handicap. Video sessions really are convenient eliminating the need for driving, traffic, parking or waiting rooms. These factors save a client time and money. Currently, most Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) can now cover the session cost. Through telehealth experience, I have noticed that some clients even gain therapeutic benefits with an online venue. Many are more relaxed at home; therefore, portraying a truer Self that leads to more quickly reaching their treatment goals. So, if you have a computer and an Internet connection, Teletherapy may be a safe and convenient option for you to receive needed support during a particularly challenging time.
Reflecting on the symbolism of crisis with ancient concepts of Danger and Opportunity. ”Fight the uncertainty related to COVID-19 by staying strong, positive and empowered. Be aware of the positives brought about by change. Choosing to peer into the evolving possibilities of change, rather than fixating on a loss of the familiar, demonstrates the link between loss and opportunity. Within the crisis of COVID-19 lies a chance to identify and remove boundaries that may have trapped us in times past. For example, due to social distancing, improved interconnectedness in our working or personal relationships have emerged out of this crisis. Connecting remotely reduces energy costs to the Earth. Needed shifts in food production, agriculture, industry, as well as global economic practices/policies have become disturbingly apparent. So, the danger of COVID-19 has revealed the opportunity of just how much the world has needed these changes; the losses could lead to an improvement for all…..”