DBT Done Differently:
A.C.T.S. Framework (Activities, Coping Tools, Supports)
As a life coach who has gone through DBT myself, I have expertise in adapting DBT skills into my own framework that works for traumatized and traditionally marginalized clients. I am wholeheartedly committed to offering a nurturing, individualized, and impactful coaching journey that recognizes the significance of your distinct lived experiences, trauma, and values and how that plays into using skills to address one's reactions and pro-actions in life. In our skills implementation sessions, we will work together to thoughtfully modify different modalities like DBT principles to your background and goals.
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As your dedicated life coach, I am devoted to assisting you on your path to growth and well-being. Hand in hand, we will traverse the intricacies of your unique experiences, working towards constructing a brighter future.
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Customized skill development: Using my own framework of A.C.T.S., along with my own developed materials, I will help you find and develop distress tolerance skills to cater to your unique needs and life circumstances. For instance, we may personalize emotion regulation techniques to align with your neurodivergent experience or modify interpersonal effectiveness skills to address discrimination and bias you might encounter.
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Collaborative Coaching: My coaching style is rooted in collaboration, empowerment, and respect for your autonomy. I advocate for open communication and feedback, allowing us to fine-tune our coaching sessions to optimally meet your needs and aspirations.
Intersectional perspective: I comprehend that your multiple identities intersect and mutually impact one another. Together, we will tackle the challenges stemming from these intersections and examine how they affect your mental health and overall well-being.
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Trauma-conscious care: By incorporating principles of trauma-conscious care into our coaching sessions, I will establish a secure and supportive space for you. We will progress at a pace that feels comfortable, addressing any reactions and their potential triggers that may emerge.
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Neurodiversity-friendly coaching: Acknowledging the distinctive strengths and challenges associated with neurodivergence, I will adjust my coaching techniques accordingly. This may involve utilizing visual aids or breaking down tasks into smaller steps for better comprehension.
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Accessibility-focused experience: I am committed to making our coaching sessions and materials accessible to you, accommodating any disability-related needs you may have. Please inform me of any specific requirements, and I will gladly accommodate them.
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Cultural sensitivity: I pledge to honor your cultural background and appreciate your values and experiences, ensuring my coaching approach acknowledges bias and stereotypes you may have experienced. This fosters a respectful coaching relationship.
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