Maya Chen · Session note

Hi Maya — it's good to see you today. How are you feeling right now, on a scale of 1 to 10?

Hi Maya, it's Aria — good to be back with you. Quick check-in: how are you arriving today? Then we'll pick up the curriculum where we left off — I'll walk you through today's lesson, one piece at a time.

Hi Maya — it's good to see you today. How are you feeling right now, on a scale of 1 to 10?

Welcome back, Maya. Whenever you're ready, just say the word and we'll pick up right where we left off.

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That's great to hear, Maya! It sounds like you're feeling a bit more at ease today. Would you like to share what’s contributing to your good mood?

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It sounds like you're feeling positive about our session today. It's important to recognize those moments of progress. Let's dive into our lesson on grounding skills, which can help you manage anxiety even further. How does that sound?

Wonderful! Today, we'll practice grounding skills, specifically the 5-4-3-2-1 technique. This helps bring your focus to the present moment. Would you like to try it together now?

Great! Let’s start with the 5-4-3-2-1 technique. First, can you name five things you can see around you? Take your time.

Great job, Maya! That’s four things. Now, can you find one more thing you can see?

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Perfect! So, you’ve identified five things you can see: your laptop, computer, phone, soda, and brush. Now, let’s move on to the next step. Can you name four things you can touch?

Nice choices, Maya! So, you have your driver's license and the box. Can you think of two more things you can touch?

Great job! So far, you have your driver's license, the box, a salt shaker, and a dollar bill. Now, let’s move on to the next step. Can you name three things you can hear?

Excellent! So you can hear the fan, cars on the street, and bugs. Now, let’s move on to two things you can smell. What do you notice around you?

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That's okay, Maya! If you can't identify a specific smell right now, that's perfectly fine. Let’s move on to the last step. Can you name one thing you can taste?

Great choice! So, you can taste your soda. You've done an excellent job with the 5-4-3-2-1 grounding technique! How do you feel after going through this exercise?

I'm glad to hear that, Maya! Grounding techniques can really help bring a sense of calm. As we wrap up today, what’s one small commitment you’d like to make for yourself before our next session?

That's okay! It can be tough to think of something on the spot. How about considering a small goal related to your grounding skills, like practicing the 5-4-3-2-1 technique once a day? Would that feel manageable for you?

That sounds like a great plan, Maya! Practicing that technique daily can really help with managing anxiety. I look forward to hearing how it goes next time. Take care until then!

You're welcome, Maya! I'm here for you anytime. Have a wonderful day!