aidemia--modules-session_ideas_request	Provide some idea(s) for a psychotherapeutic session -
What length (min)	90
Patient mood	Angry
Patient condition	Relationship Issues
Relevant challenges	Relationship issues
Therapeutic technique	Solution-Focused Brief Therapy
Use coping techniques	Setting small, achievable goals
Patient engagement	Do not take into account
Patient assignment	Prepare for a difficult conversation
Specific mindset	No particular
Needed behavioural change	Improve communication skills
Any other preferences	Infidelity, since then struggling with physical attraction

Psychotherapeutic Session Plan: Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) for Relationship Issues

Session Duration: 90 Minutes
Patient Mood: Angry
Main Condition: Relationship Issues
Technique: Solution-Focused Brief Therapy
Behavioral Changes: Improve Communication Skills
Coping Techniques: Setting small, achievable goals
Assignment Focus: Prepare for a Difficult Conversation

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Session Overview

The primary goal of this session is to assist the patient in navigating relationship issues stemming from infidelity, focusing on improving communication skills and preparing for a difficult conversation with their partner. We will utilize Solution-Focused Brief Therapy techniques to highlight strengths and enhance the patient's coping strategies through achievable goals.

Agenda

1. Introduction and Grounding (10 minutes)

   • Greet the patient and create a safe space for dialogue.
   • Engage in a brief mindfulness exercise to help the patient ground themselves and transition from anger to a more reflective mindset.

2. Exploration of Feelings (10 minutes)

   • Encourage the patient to express their feelings regarding the relationship and infidelity.
   • Use active listening to validate the patient's emotions while also probing for underlying beliefs that may contribute to their anger.

3. Identify Strengths and Resources (15 minutes)

   • Facilitate a discussion on the patient's strengths and past successes in relationships.
   • Ask guiding questions such as:
     • "What has worked for you in the past when dealing with conflict?"
     • "What resources do you have that can help you manage this situation?"

4. Setting Achievable Goals (15 minutes)

   • Collaborate with the patient to set small, attainable goals for improving communication with their partner.
   • Encourage the patient to think of specific actions they can take before the next session, for example:
     • "By the end of this week, I will have a calm conversation about my feelings with my partner."
     • "I will practice non-verbal communication techniques during our conversations."

5. Preparing for the Difficult Conversation (20 minutes)

   • Discuss the importance of preparation for the upcoming conversation with their partner.
   • Explore potential scenarios and role-play the interaction to build the patient’s confidence.
   • Highlight specific communication techniques, such as "I" statements (e.g., "I feel hurt when..."), to express feelings without blame.

6. Coping Strategies (15 minutes)

   • Introduce coping strategies for managing anger, such as deep breathing exercises or journaling.
   • Encourage the patient to use these techniques in moments of heightened emotion or during tense discussions.

7. Closing and Homework Assignment (5 minutes)

   • Recap the session and reaffirm the small goals set by the patient.
   • Assign homework:
     • The patient will use the coping strategies discussed, document their feelings in a journal, and actively prepare for the upcoming conversation.
   • Schedule the next session and encourage the patient to reflect on the progress they may make in the meantime.

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Conclusion

The aim of this therapeutic session is to empower the patient to take actionable steps in resolving relationship issues, particularly in managing feelings of anger stemming from infidelity. By focusing on solution-oriented goals and developing effective communication skills, the patient is encouraged to explore healthier relational dynamics and decrease the emotional burden carried in their interpersonal relationships.