by Dr. Lawrence Shapiro | Aug 17, 2023
You can cut out and assemble the 50 card decks in this deck in minutes and play it with individual children, or groups of children, or assign it to families. Each card describes a conflict children are having, and players must come up with a good compromise to the conflict. The game is most effective when played with an adult who models problem-solving, respect for others, and empathy. A digital version of this game is available in the Virtual Counseling Rooms. (0823, conflict resolution, social skills, anger control)
by Dr. Lawrence Shapiro | Aug 16, 2023
Imago Couples Therapy aims to strengthen the bonds between partners by addressing underlying dynamics, fostering empathy, and enhancing communication. This worksheet reviews the four central concepts of this therapy: focusing on communication, exploring needs, strengthening understanding, and building connection. Exercises include sharing appreciation, reflective listening, and sharing future actions that support each other’s emotional needs. (0823, marriage therapy, couples therapy, family therapy, communication)
by Dr. Lawrence Shapiro | Aug 15, 2023
This worksheet explains the different causes of feelings of “burnout” and provides a checklist that helps people identify the physical, emotional, and behavioral signs that they are being affected by this problem. It goes on to help people identify where their stress is coming from and develop short and long-term goals to address the problems contributing to their burnout. (0823, work stress, family stress, burnout)
by Dr. Lawrence Shapiro | Aug 10, 2023
This workbook has 20 techniques to help people find the motivation they need to change. Motivation is a much more complex issue than most people, involving at least 12 areas of the brain. This workbook goes well beyond popular psychology concepts of visualization and affirmations, using evidenced-based techniques the workbook helps people set goals, increase flow experiences, improve self-efficacy, overcome doubt, and more. (0823. resistance, change, therapeutic alliance)
by Dr. Lawrence Shapiro | Aug 4, 2023
Written by a teen with a firsthand understanding of the pressures on teenage girls, this workbook presents a variety of easy-to-use exercises to help teens accept their bodies. The workbook includes 30 different techniques, including affirmations, diary sheets, coping skills, and more. 44 pages (0823, body dysmorphia, body image, eating disorder, anorexia)
