Caregiver Stress

Behavior:
Client presented as overwhelmed by her caregiver responsibilities and reported feelings of stress and exhaustion. Client stated, "I feel like I’m losing myself in all of this."

Intervention:
Therapist conducted a 30-minute session at the office. Discussion focused on the importance of self-care and setting boundaries, along with exploring practical ways for the client to take breaks and delegate caregiving responsibilities.

Response:
Client seemed relieved to have a plan for self-care and appeared eager to implement the strategies discussed. She showed understanding of the importance of identifying personal time for activities she enjoys.

Plan:
Client's homework is to identify one activity she enjoys and to schedule time for it each day. The therapist and client will follow up on the client's progress in implementing this plan during the next session scheduled for next week.

Client met with therapist for a 30-minute session at the office. She talked about feeling overwhelmed by her role as a caregiver for her elderly mother. Ummm, she said she’s been feeling stressed and exhausted and doesn’t have much time for herself. She said, "I feel like I’m losing myself in all of this." We discussed the importance of self-care and setting boundaries. We explored some practical ways for her to take breaks and delegate some responsibilities. Client’s homework is to identify one activity she enjoys and schedule time for it each day. She seemed relieved to have a plan and eager to implement it. We’ll follow up in our next session next week.