From a16c4b1dec97ef93da55b474b8803fd4434dd0c6 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Anthony Taglianetti <30904141+ataglianetti@users.noreply.github.com> Date: Sun, 1 Feb 2026 17:57:58 -0800 Subject: [PATCH] Update README with new persona and modalities - Add Grounded & Real communication style - Add Lifespan Integration and Somatic Experiencing modalities - Remove expansion packs and support sections (testing phase) Co-Authored-By: Claude Opus 4.5 --- README.md | 41 ++++++----------------------------------- 1 file changed, 6 insertions(+), 35 deletions(-) diff --git a/README.md b/README.md index 7d88425..492bbc8 100644 --- a/README.md +++ b/README.md @@ -27,7 +27,7 @@ This toolkit solves all of them. **Portable** — Works with Claude Code, ChatGPT API, or any LLM that can read files. Switch providers without losing your history. -**Evidence-based framework** — Built-in CBT, ACT, and DBT skills. Structured therapeutic approaches, not just vibes. +**Evidence-based framework** — Built-in CBT, ACT, DBT, Somatic Experiencing, and Lifespan Integration. Structured therapeutic approaches, not just vibes. **Customizable** — Choose your therapist's communication style. Add modalities. Make it yours. @@ -78,19 +78,22 @@ Just talk. Your AI therapist will maintain context, take notes, and remember eve ## Features -### Three Communication Styles +### Communication Styles | Style | Best For | |-------|----------| | **Warm & Supportive** | Validation-first, gentle challenges, nurturing presence | | **Direct & Challenging** | Socratic questioning, will push back, insight-focused | | **Coach** | Action-oriented, goal-focused, accountability | +| **Grounded & Real** | Down-to-earth, honest feedback, uses humor, focused on growth | -### Three Therapeutic Approaches (Free) +### Therapeutic Approaches - **CBT** (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) — Identify and challenge unhelpful thought patterns - **ACT** (Acceptance & Commitment Therapy) — Values-based action, mindful acceptance - **DBT Skills** — Emotional regulation, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness +- **Lifespan Integration** — Body-based trauma integration, builds coherent life narrative +- **Somatic Experiencing** — Nervous system regulation, completing stuck survival responses ### Session Continuity @@ -170,38 +173,6 @@ This toolkit includes built-in safety protocols: --- -## Expansion Packs - -The core kit is free. Additional modalities and personas available: - -### Modality Packs ($5+ each) -- **Schema Therapy** — Early maladaptive schemas, parts work, reparenting -- **IFS (Internal Family Systems)** — Parts work, exiles/protectors, self-leadership -- **Somatic/Trauma-Informed** — Body-based awareness, window of tolerance -- **Psychodynamic** — Defense mechanisms, unconscious patterns, insight-oriented - -### Persona Packs ($3+ each) -- **Peer/Friend** — Casual, non-clinical, conversational -- **Narrative Therapist** — Story-focused, externalization -- **Existential** — Meaning-focused, philosophical -- **Mindfulness Guide** — Meditation-integrated, present-moment - -**Get them at:** [gumroad.com/ataglianetti](https://gumroad.com/ataglianetti) - ---- - -## Support This Project - -This toolkit is free and open source. If it helps you, consider supporting development: - -☕ **[Buy Me a Coffee](https://buymeacoffee.com/ataglianetti)** — One-time donation - -💚 **[Gumroad](https://gumroad.com/ataglianetti)** — Name-your-price or expansion packs - -Your support helps me maintain the project and create new content. - ---- - ## Privacy & Security ### Your Data