Frequently Asked Questions
What is My Therapy Buddy
(MTB)? MTB is a transitional object, in the form of a
personal companion primarily designed for the internalization of various
maternal-like functions which are considered to be the building blocks of our
psychic structure. Its a wonderfully soft and huggable friend that offers
great tactile contact, and provides soothing and comforting words which are
beneficial to ones emotional well being.
What is a transitional object?
Typically, the transitional object is a baby
blanket, teddy bear, doll, or stuffed animal cherished by a young child who
carries everywhere and sleeps with it for comfort and soothing. There is no
reason why this soothing function cannot benefit adults as well. In clinical
terms is the halfway point between receiving comfort and nurturing from mother
or other primary care giver and total reliance on the self. It performs
soothing functions and the development of enduring psychic structures which
eventually permits self-healing. In everyday language a transitional object
taps into the natural self preservation instinct we all have. When we are at
our emotionally lowest point and we feel hopeless, there always is a reservoir
of resilience inside us. The transitional object can make us aware of this
natural self-healing instinct and guide us back to a healthy balance of mind,
body, and spirit.
How does MTB
Work? Once in the privacy of your home, or other
comfortable location, the soft and huggable companion can be accessed any time
you need it. The person being held by MyTherapyBuddy can activate the
comforting messages by applying slight pressure to either the right or the left
foot. The design, research and development for MTB realized that the shape,
materials and the words that MTB speaks are universal signals to the brain that
can be accessed by people in distress, any time, any place. We know that almost
all of our worst fears are created in our minds, thats why the very
specific words MTB speaks have a positive, calming effect on people in a time
of urgent need. After prolonged repeated use, the effect becomes a permanent
soothing component in that persons healing process. (See
clinical description for specific details)
Who are the people being helped by
MTB? MTB can help most people. Even though MTB is not
intended to replace professional counseling, it is meant to be there between
therapy sessions, or other ongoing therapeutic counseling. We all have moments
when nurturing words can ease our mind, especially from an always available
buddy.
How much does MTB
cost? The introductory price of $69.99 plus shipping,
will be effective until further notice is posted on
www.mytherapybuddy.com.
At the moment the MTB price is about half the cost of one hour of professional
therapy.
How can I order My Therapy Buddy
(MTB)? MTB is not available in retail stores. MTB can
only be ordered online at:
www.mytherapybuddy.com
under order
now, or on
eBay or by phone at: (760) 325-0027, or by writing to: 611 So.
Palm Canyon Dr. Suite 7163, Palm Springs, CA 92264. MTB is sent in a plain
shipping box via first class mail, or overnight as you wish. Batteries are
included.
Where can I find MTBs clinical
information? Check out the
Clinical
information page.
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