Supporting Clients Through Holiday Discomfort: A Therapist’s Guide Using The And Way™ Model
The holidays often surface old patterns, family tensions, and unspoken expectations that heighten emotional strain for clients. Instead of collaborating with avoidance, therapists can help clients name discomfort, communicate limits with clarity, and stay rooted in their values. Using The And Way™ model, this guide supports clinicians in navigating holiday stress with steadiness, compassion, and grounded presence.
You Can Advocate for Change and Work with People Who Disagree
In a time of heightened division and political tension, therapists are often faced with the challenge of supporting clients whose beliefs may differ from their own. This post explores how The And Way™ can help clinicians hold both conviction and compassion, creating space for growth, safety, and complexity in the therapy room. Learn practical strategies to navigate discomfort, set boundaries, and maintain therapeutic integrity—even in the face of disagreement.