Somatization — psychotherapy techniques

Systematic training in reducing physiological tension. Main methods include progressive muscle relaxation, diaphragmatic breathing and autog…

Frankl

Dereflection

A technique for redirecting attention from hyper-reflection (excessive self-observation) and hyper-intention toward values and meanings that…

ISTDP

Working with Somatization

Tracking physical symptoms back to anxiety, defense, and avoided feeling while maintaining medical caution and anxiety regulation.

MBT

Body Mentalizing (Embodied Mentalization)

A technique for integrating bodily experience into the process of mentalization. The therapist helps the client to establish the link betwee…

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