The LPC Blog

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Counseling, PTSD, Psychology, Sports Performance Drew Dyrssen Counseling, PTSD, Psychology, Sports Performance Drew Dyrssen

How Pod Health Uses Assessment Measures to Guide Evidence‑Based Care

At Pod Health, we use evidence‑based assessment tools to guide every step of your wellness journey. From the BADS and SLS to the VLQ, CFQ, and AAQ, our measures help us understand your needs, track your progress, and tailor treatment so you can live with vitality. Clients complete these assessments at admission, during progress checks, and at discharge to ensure care that’s clear, personalized, and effective.

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The Four Ways We Pay Attention: Why Nideffer’s Model Matters in a World of Overwhelm

In a world of constant stimulation and stress, attention is more than focus—it’s a relational process that shapes how we think, feel, and act. This post explores Dr. Robert Nideffer’s four attentional styles and connects them to Relational Frame Theory and Contextual Behavioral Science, offering practical tools to build flexibility, reduce overwhelm, and shift intentionally between modes. Whether you’re a clinician, parent, or performer, understanding how we pay attention can transform how we live.

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Process‑Based Therapy & Relational Frame Theory: How Modern Psychotherapy Helps People Suffer Less and Live More Fully

Modern psychotherapy is shifting—from diagnosing disorders to understanding the processes that shape how we think, feel, and relate. Process-Based Therapy (PBT) is at the heart of this evolution, offering a flexible, science-backed framework for helping people suffer less and live more fully. Grounded in Relational Frame Theory (RFT), PBT helps therapists guide clients toward psychological flexibility, values-based action, and compassionate perspective-taking. Instead of treating symptoms in isolation, it transforms the way people relate to their thoughts, emotions, and memories—unlocking new pathways to healing and growth.

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My Favorite Way to Use Cognitive Defusion in Real Life

Cognitive Defusion (just Defusion for short) is one of the 6 core processes in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. Defusion helps us get space from unhelpful thoughts so that we can do more of what is important in our lives.

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Rocket Fuel- Prepare for Launch

Flow states may be part of the puzzle for improving mental health. Flow comes with powerful neurochemicals (a.k.a. Rocket Fuel. So buckle up and prepare for launch!

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