🎧Getting the most out of therapy: what actually makes it work
What can you expect from therapy? How do you find the right therapist? Using a brain-based perspective, clinical psychologist Shelley Hall explains why the prospect of therapy may feel daunting, the importance of realistic expectations and trust, and what to do before, during and after a session. She offers advice on navigating therapy for your child and discusses the efficacy of BrainWorking Recursive Therapy for all ages. Sponsored content.
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In ep 249 of the weekly podcast series Calm, Clear & Helpful, clinical psychologist Shelley Hall considers
what therapy involves
different psychological approaches, ranging from those aimed at open-ended conversation and insight to goal-oriented therapies evoking desired responses
resistance to therapy: a matter of the brain feeling safe (or not)
misconceptions around therapy, including concerns regarding the timeline, vulnerability, privacy and measurable outcomes
therapy as a collaborative process
Brainworking® Recursive Therapy (BWRT), which allows the brain to create changes using its own neural pathways
how the therapist-client relationship shapes results: the need for clarity and trust
how to find a therapist likely to resonate with you
maximising each therapy session before, during, and afterwards, including bringing a list of major stressors, current medication and goals, and communicating honestly
when a child needs professional help, and ensuring realistic expectations
understanding the need for proper assessment
why a child needs to agree to therapy goals
how parents can support a child getting therapy
Shelley’s advice regarding the cost of therapy
what prescribed minimum benefits (PMB) entail in this regard.
In this episode, Shelley mentions The Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA).
Scroll down to About for more information on Shelley, her practice and BWRT.
Also listen to Shelley’s advice on guiding children through grief and trauma using BWRT.
About Shelley, including contact details
Shelley Kim Hall is a clinical psychologist and certified BWRT® Practitioner (Levels 1, 2, and 3). She is an international mentor and supervisor for The Terence Watts (BWRT BrainWorking Recursive Therapy) Institute and is involved in the running of BWRTSA training, supervision and courses. Shelley developed and presents an international training course focused on the use of BWRT with children.
In addition to her core BWRT training, Shelley has completed advanced BWRT training in areas including OCD, fertility-related work, and Smashing Subconscious Limits. She works with both children and adults in Empangeni, Richards Bay, and online.
Tel / WhatsApp: 063 055 2172 - Admin hours (Juanita): 08:00 – 13:00
Website: https://www.shelleyhall.co.za/
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/shelley-hall-zululandpsychologist
Facebook: www.facebook.com/zululandpsychologist and Shelley Hall
Instagram: @shelleykimhall
Information on BWRT®:
Listen to clinical psychologist Rafiq Lockhat’s introduction to what BWRT® is and what it can do.
Read how Terence Watts’ surprising background prepared him for “discovering” BWRT® and of the many things close to his heart. With personal photographs.
Podcast music by Mart-Marie Snyman.
Image: Unsplash. Models used.
Photograph of Shelley Hall: supplied