Psychotherapy with Busy Mom: How to Persuade a Client to Change
- Jordanthecounselor
- 4 hours ago
- 2 min read
Learn Therapy Microskills
Welcome back to our series on therapy microskills, where we analyze sessions from master therapists to teach you their skills.
Today, we are analyzing another clinical pearl from our deep dive into Tori Olds, Ph.D., focusing on the essential skill of ethical persuasion.
There are three big themes present in this video:
The Persuasive Rationale – Why giving a short, compelling reason for an intervention is only effective when it is tied to the client’s present experience rather than abstract psychoeducation.
The Power of Timing – Why persuasion is most effective immediately after a "charged moment" or a positive emotional experience, serving as the proof that the work is worth doing.
Beyond the "Cheerleader" Model – Why deep support comes from tracking and awareness rather than "pep talks," allowing clients to feel secure enough to replicate the work on their own.
Watch the Breakdown
If you want to see exactly how to use a client's own positive experience as the "proof" for your clinical rationale, watch the full analysis below.
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Jordan Harris Jordan Harris, Ph.D., LMFT-S, LPC-S, received his Doctor of Philosophy in Marriage and Family Therapy from the University of Louisiana Monroe. He is a licensed professional counselor and a licensed marriage and family therapist in the state of Arkansas, USA. In his clinical work, he enjoys working with couples. He also runs a blog on deliberate practice for therapists and counselors at Jordanthecounselor.com You can find him on linkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordan-harris-lpc-s-lmft-s-418412301/
Dr. Tori Olds Tori Olds, PHD is a licensed psychologist who has been studying experiential therapies for over twenty-five years. She specializes in the integration of experiential approaches to therapy and leads seven international training groups on this topic each week. She has a passion for translating complex psychology concepts for the public, which she does through her YouTube channel and other speaking engagements. toriolds.com/
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