In today's episode, we explore the Dialectical Behavior Therapy skill, IMPROVE the moment. This acronym is a helpful tool when we are feeling distressed and need to distract ourselves from a challenging moment. By using imagery, meaning, relaxation, vacations, encouragement, and mindfulness, we can help ourselves in challenging moments and in times of crisis. If you want to read about this skill, check out our blog: https://www.taproottherapynyc.com/blog-dialectical-behavior-therapy-skills/improve-the-moment Follow us on Instagram (@taproottherapynyc) and Facebook (@TaprootN). Email us at erin@taproottherapynyc.com, and find us at www.taproottherapynyc.com.
Taproot Therapy: A Mindful Moment
Mindfulness only takes a moment – but that moment is a beautiful space to create balance,
peace, and compassion. Erin Iwanusa, LCSW, CDWF, is a psychotherapist and social worker. She
is the owner and founder of Taproot Therapy, LCSW, PLLC in New York City. Her practice
focuses on mindfulness-based therapeutic modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
and Dialectical Behavior Therapy. She is also a Certified Daring Way™ Facilitator, a highly
experiential methodology based on the work of Dr. Brené Brown. Mindfulness is a core
component to any therapeutic practice, and this podcast is designed to support your own
practice, by offering mindfulness and meditation exercises, lessons in mindfulness and our
mental health, as well as interviews and talks with other experts in the mental health and
wellness field.
Mindfulness only takes a moment – but that moment is a beautiful space to create balance,
peace, and compassion. Erin Iwanusa, LCSW, CDWF, is a psychotherapist and social worker. She
is the owner and founder of Taproot Therapy, LCSW, PLLC in New York City. Her practice
focuses on mindfulness-based therapeutic modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
and Dialectical Behavior Therapy. She is also a Certified Daring Way™ Facilitator, a highly
experiential methodology based on the work of Dr. Brené Brown. Mindfulness is a core
component to any therapeutic practice, and this podcast is designed to support your own
practice, by offering mindfulness and meditation exercises, lessons in mindfulness and our
mental health, as well as interviews and talks with other experts in the mental health and
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