Workshops

Therapeutic Journaling: Effective in Psychotherapy

Substantial research supports the importance of one’s personal narrative in overcoming challenging experiences, including life transitions and trauma. Multiple therapeutic modalities, including narrative therapy and trauma-focused CBT (TF-CBT) use the personal narrative as part of psychotherapy.

In this training, participants will learn the nuts and bolts of journaling and storytelling as a therapeutic tool, and how to integrate it into their psychotherapy practice. Participants walk away with the knowledge and practice strategies to use journaling in psychotherapy to manage symptoms of depression, anxiety and trauma, help clients process distressing memories, make sense of their experiences, and find resilience through self-reflection. With hands-on exercises and case discussions, participants will diversify their clinical toolbox to help enhance their client’s self-reflection, emotional awareness and personal resilience, through the development of a coherent personal narrative.

Upcoming dates:

Past dates:

November 3, 2025 – Register Here

Harness the Power of Storytelling
Learn how narrative practices and journaling can support clients in processing trauma, transitions, and emotional distress.
Integrate Evidence-Based Techniques
Explore practical applications of narrative therapy and trauma-focused CBT through journaling and reflective writing.
Expand Clinical Tools Through Practice
Participate in hands-on exercises and case discussions to confidently apply journaling strategies in therapy.

Court-Ordered Parenting Assessments (S.30)

Parents face numerous difficult decisions when they decide to separate. Sometimes, when parents are unable to come to a decision about child-related issues such as parenting time and decision-making, or when there are concerns about parenting capacity, a mental health professional is asked by the family court to provide recommendations on the matter.

A parenting assessment (or Section 30) is a comprehensive, in-depth evaluation of the children’s needs, the parents’ ability and functioning, and the various relationships and dynamics within a family.

My role as an evaluator is to gather information and make recommendations in the best interests of the child(ren). I provide recommendations to the court on parental decision-making (custody) and parenting time (visitation) that are in the best interests of the child(ren). I also answer specific questions posed by the court. The S.30 evaluation is a process, which does not guarantee an outcome for either party.

You can consult this document or contact me for further information about fees and availability.

“Dr. Pishva was an engaging speaker. She was clearly an expert and I appreciated her comments connecting content to research studies."

“I appreciated how prepared Dr. Rana was and how excited she was for the material. It's clear she has conceptualized this integrative approach a lot!"

“I appreciated that many practical skills/worksheets were included in the workshop. (tangible ideas we can bring into therapeutic sessions)"

“I appreciate the work Rana has put into this training, both theoretically and concretely. The workbook (and power point) is beautiful and handy. I look forward to referring to it and think I am more likely to than a typical power point handout."

Turn Stories Into Strength

Join this interactive training to learn how to use journaling and narrative techniques in therapy. Walk away with practical strategies to help clients process trauma, build emotional resilience, and make sense of their personal story.

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moc.dnim-detros@anarrd
(343) 321-5060 ext 800

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