Light Up The Couch Rituals for Resilience: Supporting Clients Through Change Using Culturally-Attuned Ceremonies, Ep. 241
May 14, 2025
Julia Aziz, LCSW and interfaith ceremonialist, dives into the transformative power of ritual and ceremony in therapy. She shares how culturally responsive practices can support clients through life transitions and enhance resilience. The conversation touches on the integration of mindful rituals into daily life, the importance of honoring grief during significant events, and the effective incorporation of ceremonies into clinical practice. Aziz emphasizes creating meaningful moments that validate both celebration and mourning in therapeutic environments.
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Rituals Connect to Larger Context
- Rituals and ceremonies connect individuals to a larger context beyond self.
- They provide a meaningful frame to support human experiences, especially in transitions like grief.
Respect Clients' Spiritual Context
- Do not impose ritual or spirituality on clients; it must resonate culturally and personally.
- Listen for clients' existing beliefs and practices to support integration of ritual in therapy.
Everyday Ritual: Making Coffee
- Making coffee can be a ritual when done with presence, intention, and connectedness.
- Rituals slow down daily life, creating important moments of mindfulness and care for oneself.