aidemia--modules-session_ideas_request	Provide some idea(s) for a psychotherapeutic session -
What length (min)	30
Patient mood	Confused
Patient condition	Not specific
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

Duration: 30 Minutes

Theme: Navigating Confusion

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Objective:

To help the patient explore their feelings of confusion, gain clarity, and enhance engagement in the therapeutic process using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) techniques.

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Session Breakdown:

1. Introduction (5 minutes)

• Welcome and Check-In
  • Greet the patient warmly.
  • Ask open-ended questions about how they're feeling today, such as:
    • "What has been on your mind since our last session?"
    • "Can you describe the confusion you're experiencing?"

2. Understanding Confusion (10 minutes)

• Explore Thoughts and Feelings

  • Encourage the patient to articulate what confusion feels like for them. Use prompts like:
    • "What thoughts come to mind when you feel confused?"
    • "Are there specific situations or thoughts that trigger this confusion?"

• Identifying Cognitive Distortions

  • Introduce the concept of cognitive distortions. Explain how they can contribute to feelings of confusion. Discuss common distortions like:
    • Catastrophizing
    • Overgeneralization
  • Ask the patient if they can identify any of these thought patterns in their current experience.

3. Cognitive Restructuring (10 minutes)

• Challenging Negative Thoughts

  • Guide the patient through restructuring any identified negative thoughts. For example:
    • "Let’s take a specific thought that feels confusing; how accurate is this thought?"
    • "What evidence do you have that supports or contradicts it?"

• Developing Alternative Thoughts

  • Help the patient create more balanced thoughts to combat confusion. Encourage them to formulate thoughts that are:
    • Objective
    • Constructive
  • Example framework:
    • “I feel confused about_, but I can also see that __.”

4. Coping Strategies (5 minutes)

• Identify and Practice Simple Techniques
  • Introduce easy coping techniques that the patient can try when experiencing confusion:
    • Mindfulness Breathing: Inhale for a count of four, hold for four, and exhale for four.
    • Journaling: Write down confusion-inducing thoughts to externalize them.
  • Ask the patient if they are willing to try these techniques during moments of confusion.

5. Conclusion and Feedback (5 minutes)

• Summarize the Session

  • Offer a brief recap of what has been discussed, emphasizing the importance of understanding and addressing confusion.

• Encourage Future Engagement

  • Invite the patient to express their thoughts on the session. Ask:
    • "What stood out to you today?"
    • "How do you feel about the strategies we discussed?"

• Closure

  • Schedule the next session and encourage the patient to practice the cognitive restructuring and coping techniques in their daily life.

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Additional Notes:

• Stay flexible and attune to the patient's emotional state throughout the session.
• If the patient appears indifferent, maintain a supportive and non-judgmental tone, encouraging gradual engagement.
• Emphasize the collaborative aspect of therapy, ensuring the patient feels they play an active role in their healing process.