Ikigai Let’s Go!

Session 1: Learning About Brain Development
Begin to build rapport, review client goals, review adolescent confidentiality
Anatomy and physiology of brain development (Child to Adolescent to Adult)
Teach how brain development impacts our daily lives
How understanding the brain can help begin to understand and reduce dysfunctional reactions
Begin to identify core beliefs
How to apply lessons on the brain to peer and family relationships
Learning about basics of CBT vs body oriented coping skills
Session 2: Nervous System
Anatomy and physiology of the human nervous system
How our mind and body are connected
How to reduce feelings of threat and respond to others in a less reactive way
Abdominal breathing and impact on heart rate variability
Define shame and guilt, impact on our perspective
Session 3: Emotional Mastermind
Understanding the purpose of emotions
How to work through difficult emotions by learning about the lifespan
Feelings and associated sensations in our body (Body Scan)
How difficult emotions and stress manifest in our physical body
Apply brain and nervous system education to reduce threat of difficult emotions
Expand emotional vocabulary to develop communication skills
Skills to increase self awareness and decreasing negative self talk
Dealing with anxiety and introduction of various coping skills

Session 4: Parts!
Understanding parts language, how this can help us understand, grow, and nurture ourselves and others
Identify the inner critic, introduce wise and nurturing parts
Connecting parts language with knowledge of brain, nervous system, and emotional intelligence
Connecting parts language with triggers in self/other

Session 5: Nuances of Boundaries
Define boundaries and their purpose
Explain 3 styles of boundaries
Review how boundaries can be applied to our physical, emotional, spiritual, and resources
Boundaries with self and the topic of self-care and self-regulation

Session 6: Self-Esteem, Values, Authenticity
Identify your values
Review nuances of self-esteem and interaction with above lessons
Comparing Perceived and Authentic versions of self
Impact of diet, exercise, community on overall mental health
Continue to provide coaching and coping skills as needed

Session 7: Parent/Child Consultation
Useful to facilitate communication with your child
Review goals, concerns, and plan for follow up together
This is the time to give your child positive feedback and praise for their hard work. It is also a good time to offer a blank slate to restart any relationship conflicts

Individuals 8-25 years old who are ready to jump start and are committed to their healing journey in a safe, emphatic, and shame free environment.
Individuals under 8 years old will be considered on an individual basis. Parent consultation required. Program will be modified as needed for clients to meet their needs and ensure age appropriate support.

Included in this package is a written report of my recommendations. It is the parent(s)/client(s) responsibility to schedule future care. Once an appointment is made, I am happy to have a telephone consultation with their pediatrician or mental health provider at no cost. Please sign a Release of Information (ROI) with their provider and email a copy.

*Please note, program and its contents may be modified as needed to best meet the individual needs of the client.

$1299
(must be booked within 2 weeks of parent consultation)
*Each additional hour of consultation/coaching: $199/50 minutes