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What is the Feelings Volcano?
The feelings volcano is an externalization technique from narrative therapy that helps children visualize and communicate their emotional intensity. By making emotions visible and tangible, children can better recognize when they're "building up" and learn to use coping strategies before reaching eruption. This digital version adds visual feedback and session tracking.
How It Works
- 1. Set the level — Drag the slider to show how intense the feeling is right now (0 = calm, 10 = erupting).
- 2. Watch the volcano respond — The volcano fills with lava, changes color, and shakes at high levels.
- 3. Record readings — Each slider release records a reading. Track emotional changes throughout the session.
- 4. Review patterns — The sparkline at the bottom shows all readings. Export to your session notes.
Track Emotion Patterns Over Time
CoralEHR saves volcano readings with your session notes. See emotion trends across sessions and share progress with clients and caregivers.
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