Soothing hand script

chronic pain physical health Compassion-focused therapy (CFT)information handouts scripts/exercises Dr Kristy Potter

This script, shared by Dr Kristy Potter is a well-known exercise that includes applying self-compassion. It can be helpful for people experiencing chronic pain, fostering an acceptance via this act of self-compassion. This is adjusted from many of the versions online, perhaps most notably Russ Harris’s.

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DR KRISTY POTTER is a clinical psychologist who is passionate about ACT and has particular expertise in using this with physical health conditions including chronic pain. Kristy has extensive clinical experience within health settings such as the UK Ministry of Defence, working towards rehabilitation of the injured members of the Armed Forces. https://www.drpotterpsychology.co.uk/

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