perfectionism and - Obsessive-Compulsive Foundation

6/24/13
LABEL ANXIETY AND OCD
Again… Elaborate metaphor. Name
anxiety, draw it, create narratives of
life without “worry monster”.
Externalizes problem.
Aligns therapist, patient, and family
as a team.
PROBLEM-SOLVING
Demonstrate curiosity by asking
questions.
This will show patients that you are
interested in hearing their perspective.
Allows you to gain valuable information,
which provides material for motivation.
PROBLEM-SOLVING
SOCRATIC QUESTIONING
Effective tool that builds on language in
session.
Ask questions in ways that promote change.
Fosters collaborative environment.
By answering questions, patient takes ownership
of responses.
Although you guide the process, patient is less
likely to feel s/he is being “told” what to do.
Must roll with resistance.
PROBLEM-SOLVING
SOCRATIC QUESTIONING
Strive to look at reason why patient is engaged in
unhealthy behavior.
Interest in process of reaching goals, not merely the
goal alone.
Allows recognition of challenges that may occur.
Allows patient to commit to overcoming challenges.
Play Devil’s Advocate.
Challenges patient to look at situations from different
perspectives.
Continue to ask questions until patient makes a
statement that supports your objective.
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