If a client who is musically inclined comes in and mentions that he can no longer play the piano without fear of falling into a depressive episode, you might suggest:

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While new hobbies can be nice, the client's issue will likely not go away until he addresses how he believes the piano is tied to any depression that he is feeling, but also that it can bring on episodes. Reviewing catastrophic thinking allows the client to understand that the piano is not the end cause of his depressive issues and that they could be traced to other sources that are much more likely.

If a Client Who Is Musically Inclined Comes in and Mentions