Relational Savoring

Jessica Borelli is a professor of psychological science at the University of California, Irvine. She received her PhD in psychology from Yale University. Dr. Borelli's work focuses on the intersection of relationships and health. She has published more than 150 articles in her area of interest. In collaboration with Dr. Stacey Doan, she is the author of a parenting book, Nature Meets Nurture: Science-Based Strategies for Raising Resilient Kids. In addition to her academic work, she is a practicing psychologist specializing in children and families, and is the clinical director of Compass Therapy, a private practice in Newport Beach, California.

1. Overview of Relational Savoring Part I. Theoretical and Empirical Support 2. Theoretical Principles Underlying Relational Savoring 3. Evidence Base for Relational Savoring Part II. The How-To of Relational Savoring 4. Phase One: Memory Generation 5. Phase Two: Memory Reflection 6. Addressing General Areas of Difficulty and Clinical Techniques to Circumvent Them Part III. Relational Savoring in Clinical Context 7. Tailoring Your Relational Savoring Intervention to Your Individual Client 8. Adapting Relational Savoring to be Appropriate for Individuals with Specific Mental Health Concerns 9. Relational Savoring in Couples and Families 10. The Cultural Congruence of Relational Savoring and Partnering with Community Agencies to Heighten It Afterword: Relational Savoring for Clinicians