Counselor Toolbox podcast

FEBRUARY 12, 2020

Summary • There are many similarities between Pain, mood and addictive disorders • Integrated, concurrent, biopsychosocial treatment is vital • Mood impacts pain which impacts life satisfaction • Recovery supports realistic beliefs and identifies controllable factors àenhanced outcomes • Patients with current addictions or mental health issues need concurrent treatment Summary • There are many similarities between Pain, mood and addictive disorders • Integrated, concurrent, biopsychosocial treat

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Counselor Toolbox podcast

FEBRUARY 8, 2020

Summary • Self esteem begins in childhood • Being aware of self helps people identify their strengths and develop their “me” identity. • Part of self esteem development includes • Values identification • Understanding wants vs. needs • Addressing cognitive distortions • Being aware of sensations, feelings and thoughts • Helps choose behaviors which are in unison with values • Helps support people through the difficult moments • Silences the critics • Clarifies who people are and what people want

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