I often use the empty chair technique in my office, especially with kiddos who've lost someone significant and need to talk. We'll be visiting and then I'll ask them what they would say if their loved one were sitting in that empty chair. It's an easy, non-threatening way to get them to open up and say what's on their heart and mind.
So you can imagine my delight when I saw this Impact Therapy video clip with a few more ways that I can use chairs in my counseling:
Technology makes me so happy!
What a great idea! I love technology too!!!
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Just Diving In
That's because you're so smart and talented, my pal! But I'd sure rather talk to you IN PERSON than imagining you in an empty chair... Miss you!
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Finding JOY in 6th Grade