Developing Self-Compassion Through Chair Work

Overview:

"Developing Self-Compassion Through Chair Work" is a coaching tool that uses a form of experiential role-play to help clients build self-compassion and address internal conflicts. Chair work involves using two or more chairs to create dialogues between different parts of oneself, or between oneself and another person. This technique helps clients explore their inner dialogues, self-criticism, and self-compassion in a tangible, interactive way.

When to Use Chair Work for Developing Self-Compassion

Chair work is particularly effective in the following scenarios:

• Self-Criticism: When clients struggle with harsh self-judgment or self-criticism and need to develop a kinder, more compassionate inner voice.