aidemia--modules-session_ideas_request	Provide some idea(s) for a psychotherapeutic session -
What length (min)	60
Patient mood	Happy
Patient condition	Social Anxiety Disorder
Relevant challenges	Social anxiety
Therapeutic technique	Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Use coping techniques	No particular
Patient engagement	Calm and relaxed
Patient assignment	Nothing specific
Specific mindset	No particular
Needed behavioural change	No particular
Any other preferences

Psychotherapeutic Session Plan

Client Mood: Happy
Main Condition: Social Anxiety Disorder
Techniques: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Session Duration: 60 minutes
Patient Engagement: Calm and Relaxed

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Session Overview

The focus of this session will be to utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques to address the patient’s social anxiety disorder while capitalizing on their current happy mood. The patient will be guided through exercises that reinforce positive thinking patterns and build confidence in social situations.

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Session Breakdown

1. Warm-Up (10 minutes)

• Check-in: Initiate with a brief check-in to see how the patient has been since the last session.
• Mood Sharing: Encourage the patient to discuss their current mood and any recent experiences that contributed to their happiness.

2. Reflection on Positive Experiences (15 minutes)

• Exercise Focus: Engage the patient in the "Three Good Things" exercise, where they will reflect on three positive social interactions or experiences they’ve had recently.
  • Prompt Questions:
    • What made these experiences enjoyable?
    • How did your emotions play into these interactions?
    • What thoughts did you have during and after these interactions?

3. Cognitive Restructuring (15 minutes)

• Identifying Negative Thoughts: Instruct the patient to identify any negative thoughts or beliefs regarding social situations they still hold, even when feeling happy.

• Disputation: Encourage the patient to challenge these negative thoughts using evidence from the "Three Good Things" exercise. Questions to ask:

  • Is this thought based on facts or assumptions?
  • How would I respond to a friend having this thought?

4. Role-Playing Scenarios (15 minutes)

• Creating Scenarios: Select a couple of social situations that the patient may find anxiety-provoking (e.g., meeting new people, small talk).

• Role Play: Have the patient act out these scenarios while employing the positive thoughts and coping strategies discussed.

  • Feedback: Provide supportive feedback and suggest improvements.

5. Wrap-Up and Homework Assignment (5 minutes)

• Session Summary: Briefly recap the main points discussed during the session. Highlight the importance of maintaining a positive mindset when approaching social situations.

• Homework Assignment: Ask the patient to continue the "Three Good Things" exercise for the next week and document their thoughts before and after social interactions.

  • Instructions: At the end of the week, they will bring their documentation to discuss how their mood and thoughts evolved.

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Therapeutic Focus

Throughout the session, the therapist should maintain a focus on fostering a positive and open environment, reinforcing the patient’s happiness as a foundation for building their social confidence. Continuous encouragement and validation of the patient's progress will help motivate them to tackle their social anxiety.