aidemia--modules-session_ideas_request	Provide some idea(s) for a psychotherapeutic session -
What length (min)	60
Patient mood	Hopeful
Patient condition	Anger Management
Relevant challenges	Nothing in particular
Therapeutic technique	Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Use coping techniques	No particular
Patient engagement	Neutral or indifferent
Patient assignment	Nothing specific
Specific mindset	No particular
Needed behavioural change	No particular
Any other preferences

Psychotherapeutic Session Plan

Patient Overview

• Mood: Hopeful
• Main Condition: Anger Management
• Current Engagement: Neutral or indifferent
• Session Length: 60 minutes
• Therapeutic Technique: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Session Objectives

1. To reinforce the patient’s sense of hope and build their emotional toolkit for managing anger.
2. To utilize CBT techniques to explore thought patterns contributing to anger responses.
3. To create a space for the patient to express their feelings and thoughts in a structured manner.

Session Structure

1. Introduction (10 minutes)

• Welcome the patient warmly and create a comfortable environment.
• Briefly revisit previous sessions (if applicable) and discuss any changes in mood or thoughts the patient has experienced.
• State the objective of today's session: Utilizing hope to explore anger management strategies.

2. Exploration of Hope (15 minutes)

• Discuss the concept of hope with the patient.
• Use open-ended questions such as:
  • “What does hope mean to you right now?”
  • “Can you share any recent experiences where you felt hopeful?”
• Encourage the patient to reflect on the positive aspects of hope in relation to their anger management journey.

3. Identifying Anger Triggers (15 minutes)

• Introduce the concept of triggers and how they relate to anger.
• Ask the patient to identify any recent situations where they felt anger, encouraging them to provide details about:
  • The triggering event
  • Their thoughts and feelings at that moment
  • Responses to that anger
• Utilize reflective listening to validate their experiences.

4. Cognitive Restructuring (15 minutes)

• Facilitate a discussion about cognitive distortions linked to anger (e.g., all-or-nothing thinking, overgeneralization).
• Guide the patient to identify distorted thoughts from their anger experiences and gently challenge them.
  • Example Prompt: “What thought crossed your mind when you felt angry? Is there a different way to look at it?”
• Encourage the patient to reframe those thoughts into more constructive, hopeful perspectives.

5. Developing Coping Strategies (5 minutes)

• Collaboratively brainstorm constructive coping strategies for managing anger when it arises.
• Discuss the importance of pausing, deep breathing, or physical activity as immediate responses to anger.
• Suggest practicing mindfulness techniques to promote emotional awareness in the moment.

6. Closing and Homework Assignment (5 minutes)

• Summarize key points discussed during the session and reinforce the patient’s hopeful outlook.
• Assign a reflective homework task:
  • Task: Keep a journal for one week capturing moments of anger alongside thoughts and feelings experienced.
  • Encourage the patient to note any instances where they successfully reframed distorted thoughts.
• Schedule the next appointment and thank the patient for their participation and openness.

Conclusion

This session plan emphasizes the patient’s hopeful mood while addressing anger management through CBT strategies. The structured approach promotes engagement, reflection, and proactive steps toward managing anger effectively, fostering a sense of empowerment in the patient.