Starting With a Real Moment
It can help to bring a specific situation rather than a broad judgment such as "I always get this wrong." We might slow down a recent conversation or a decision you avoided. What did you notice? What did you tell yourself it meant? What happened afterward? The details give us something concrete to work with.
Examining a Thought Fairly
Questioning a thought does not mean replacing it with something cheerful. We can ask whether it includes the full picture, whether it treats a possibility as a certainty, or whether you would make the same judgment about someone else. A more balanced description needs to be believable to you.
Trying Something Manageable
When it fits your goals, we may agree on a small practice between sessions. That could involve noticing a recurring thought or approaching a conversation differently. We review the experience together and adjust the task if it is unhelpful or too much.
One Method Within a Partnership
I do not expect every person or concern to fit one method. Your history, relationships and hopes matter alongside practical skills. We discuss which way of working makes sense and remain open to changing direction.