Horror Fandoms Inspire “The Final Girl Worksheet”
Discover the therapeutic power of popular culture with the 'Final Girl Worksheet.' Dive into a unique approach that harnesses horror movie tropes to facilitate introspection, resilience, and personal growth. Perfect for therapists seeking innovative ways to connect with clients.
Chapter 2: Create Your Roblox Account
Chapter 2 introduces the process of setting up a Roblox account. You'll personalize your username and design a unique avatar reflecting your style. Ensure your profile maintains online privacy and enhances security by verifying your email and setting a robust password. Parents can guide their children through these steps for a safe online experience.
Chapter 1: Get to Know Roblox
Take time to understand exactly what Roblox is and why children are drawn to it.
Level Up Your Therapeutic Interventions With The Side Quest
Unleash the power of "side quests" in therapy! Our latest post explores how geek therapists can transform everyday tasks into exciting adventures. From creating a Quest Log to hosting a Quest Party, discover innovative interventions to motivate clients and make therapy fun. Level up your therapy game with us today!
Geek Therapy Chronicles: Conventions, Confidentiality, and Chaos!
From conquering comfort zones to protecting client confidentiality, this blog post offers expert tips for geeks and therapists. Embrace your inner geek, find a sidekick, and establish secret signals to navigate conventions with ease. Plus, discover how to decompress after the chaos with self-care and community connections. Gear up and level up for an unforgettable convention season!
5 Cozy Video Games to Play for a Relaxing Mental Break
Take a break from the stress of daily life and dive into a world of comfort with these five cozy video games. From farming simulators to underwater adventures, these games offer calming visuals, soothing soundtracks, and relaxing gameplay. Find your peace and serenity with these cozy gaming experiences.
Fandom Food in Therapy and Educational Settings
Fandom food is a way to explore pop culture, build community, and promote self-expression. This blog discusses ways to use fandom food in therapy and education based on the TAGGS 2023 presentation.
Turning Red: Exploring Asian Diaspora Narratives in Therapy
This post highlights how therapists can use the recent Pixar movie Turning Red to help clients explore their emotions and experiences. The post covers the theoretical framework of Narrative Therapy and explores themes within the film that represent the experiences of Asian American/Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander (AANHPI) community. This post is based off the presentation provided at 2023 TAGGS.
Member Spotlight: Jessica Medina, LMFT
Meet Jessica Medina, LMFT, a licensed therapist and advocate for integrating geek culture into therapy. Using board games and video games, she engages clients of all ages in conversation about difficult topics. Check out her spotlight to learn more about her practice!
Understanding and Processing Grief Using Geeky Examples
Losing someone or something important to us can be incredibly difficult. As a geek, you might find it helpful to relate your grief to your experiences of loss with your passions and fandoms. This blog post aims to highlight ways to process grief using geeky experiences.
Emotional Regulation for Geeks: 5 Geeky Interventions to Manage Your Emotions
Emotional regulation is an important skill for anyone. Geeks can harness the power of their favorite pop culture references to help them regulate their emotions. Join us as we explore five geeky interventions that can help you regulate your emotions and find peace during life's challenges.
How To Self-Care When The Energy Bar Is Low
Just as we replenish our mana in our favorite games, it's important to replenish our spoons irl. So what do we do on those low-energy days? Read along to find out.
Celebrating Women's History Month
It’s time to celebrate women's achievements and struggles this Women's History Month! We provide a variety of ways to fully embrace this month, from supporting women-owned businesses, volunteering for women's organizations, and even finding ways to honor the women in your life. We also give a list of books and character recommendations that embody powerful women and highlight women’s struggles.
Using Animal Crossing for the Grieving Process
Animal Crossing players are using the open-ended design of the game to create beautiful gardens, altars, or memorial areas for loved ones, pets, and celebrities who have passed. This game offers a lot of healing experiences for those grieving.
Presenting at the Therapeutic Geek and Gaming Summit
From April 9-11, 2021, the first-ever Therapeutic Geek and Gaming Summit (TAGGS) was virtually brought to us by Geek Therapy & The Bodhana Group. Over 70 presenting professionals worldwide attended, virtually, to conduct panels, workshops, and presentations centered around Geek culture and fandom. Clinical Director Ariel Landrum, LMFT was given the honor to present two panels at the event.
Therapeutic Gameplay In Animal Crossing
Therapy is a vast field of opportunity. Funny enough, so is Animal Crossing: New Horizons. Learn how therapists are finding ways to incorporate this popular game in their treatment with their clients.