Emotional Regulation Therapy Gilbert, Coping Skills Support

The primary focus is on mastering the "physiology of calm" to survive acute stages of personal crisis. Participants learn to map their own nervous system, identifying the subtle physical cues—such as a racing heart or shallow breathing—that signal they are leaving their "Window of Tolerance." A core skill practiced is the S.T.O.P. Technique (Stop, Take a breath, Observe, and Proceed), which provides a cognitive circuit-breaker during moments of intense emotional flooding. Additionally, individuals are trained in Bi-Lateral Grounding "and the 5-4-3-2-1 Sensory Method, allowing them to rapidly anchor themselves in the present moment when intrusive thoughts threaten to overwhelm their daily functioning. The second phase of the bootcamp focuses on emotional containment and boundaries self-soothed, moving the individual from reactive panic to intentional response. Participants develop a "Mental First Aid Kit" containing personalized affirmations and distress tolerance skills, such as P.A.C.E. (Playfulness, Acceptance, Curiosity, and Empathy) toward their own painful emotions. They learn the skill of "Pendulation"—the ability to sit with a difficult feeling for a short period before intentionally shifting focus to a resource of safety or strength—preventing emotional burnout that often follows a crisis. Individuals gain the ability to validate their own internal experience without needing immediate external reassurance, establishing a foundation of self-trust that is essential for long-term healing and decision-making.

Golden Hour Counseling offers bootcamps ranging from 3-8 hours depending on client's needs and availability on Mondays and Fridays. Bootcamps are billed at $150 per hour with the minimum bootcamp being 3 hours. Cancellations must be made 24 hours in advance to avoid a cancellation fee.

Bootcamps are offered Mondays and Fridays. Please email tanjaromney@goldencounselor.com or text 480-269-7504 to schedule a therapy bootcamp.