microsessies

Microsessies are brief, highly focused interactions designed to achieve a specific objective within a short time frame, typically five to fifteen minutes. They are used across sectors such as psychotherapy, coaching, education, and workplace development to provide rapid input, reflection, or guided practice. The approach emphasizes efficiency and targeted outcomes, and is often delivered as part of a broader program or sequence of sessions.

The term is used in multiple disciplines rather than referring to a single formal methodology. In mental health contexts, microsessies may supplement longer therapy by delivering targeted exercises or reflections between sessions. In learning and professional development, they support just-in-time learning, reinforcement of concepts, and spaced practice.

Key characteristics include time-boxed structure, a clear goal, and an agenda that guides the interaction. Microsessies typically involve short activities, prompts, or rapid feedback, and culminate in a quick recap or plan for next steps. Privacy, consent, and ethical considerations are important, with attention paid to confidentiality and appropriate boundaries.

Benefits of microsessies include lower participation barriers, easier scheduling, and the ability to repeat focused skills more frequently. Potential limitations include insufficient depth for complex issues if used in isolation, and the need for skilled facilitators or well-designed digital tools to maintain focus and coherence within a few minutes.

Effective implementation relies on clear templates, trained facilitators or platforms, and integration into a larger program to ensure continuity and progression. Digital tools can support scheduling, reminders, and outcome tracking to complement in-person or asynchronous participation.