Notion is a digital workspace that can be used as a knowledge base and a project management tool. I want to use it for mental health.
I’m a Counsellor with Depression: A Pointless Post
Where am I going with this post? I don’t know. There are so many footnotes.
The Monster in the Mirror: A Musical About Our Parts
If, like myself and many of the clients I see, you struggle with that internal conflict in your mind, I recommend that you watch The Monster in the Mirror. It conceptualises being made of different parts in a fun and easy-to-digest way. I encourage you to be a little friendlier to all your parts today; try to hear them out in a non-judgemental way rather than trying to shut them down or ignore them.
Spoon Theory and How I Use it in Therapy
Spoon theory was coined by Christine Miserandino in her blog ButYouDontLookSick.com and is mostly used in reference to chronic illnesses like fibromyalgia and autoimmune diseases. However, I’ve found it to be very useful in conceptualising how we all have different levels of energy each day, whether or not we have a chronic illness. As a therapist, I often bring up spoon theory to my clients who feel like they should be doing more each day or who tend to compare themselves to their peers.
Personality Traits Associated with Emotional Immaturity
A plain infographic adapted from Gibson, L. (2015). Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents.
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[PDF] Mood Log Entry
This PDF is a template for a mood log or journal entry. You can rate your mood on a scale, write about what happened, elaborate on how you feel (you may pick from six emotions or write your own), and what you did.
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[PDF] Case Formulation – Explanation, Sample, Blank Template
This PDF includes a diagram of how the 5 Ps of a case formulation interact with each other to give an overview of an individual’s current situation.
The Biopsychosocial Model – Interacting Factors and Perpetuating Cycles
Whether we’re looking at a disorder or someone’s ability to regulate their own emotions, the biopsychosocial model can help conceptualise the contributing factors. These factors don’t sit in silos – they interact with each other.
Adjustment Disorder
Adjustment disorder is a stress-related condition where you have trouble getting used to a big change in your life.
What is “Self-Love”?
You show yourself love by treating yourself the way you would treat a loved one. This means taking care of yourself and talking to yourself with love, compassion, and understanding.
Recognising Suicidal Behaviour
As part of sharing the resources of fellow advocates, here is an article by Addiction Rehab Treatment on recognising suicide behaviour! Click here to access.