PSYC 2571 Lecture Notes - Lecture 4: Therapeutic Relationship, Countertransference
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Provides an objective explanation of a problem. Connects to one"s cognitive understanding to create a sense of personal involvement and responsibilities. Helps clients understand the origins and consequences of their feelings - why they keep entering into the same kinds of relationships. Allows clients to see their blindspots regarding events in their life they might not be able to on their own. Start to make suggestions for points that clients are. Hard too come to terms with negative aspects of ourselves. Carl rogers person - centered/humanistc approach = the exploration stage of 3 stage model. Psychoanalytic/dynamic approaches = is the the insight stage. Understanding past/childhood experiences and relationships with signi cant others to inform current patterns. Emphasis on defenses allows for helping the client cope with moderate level of defenses while also having healthier interactions with others. Last stage is working towards stage so this helps give a picture of what the change would bring and if it"s worth it.
