Edge of the Couch Treating Different Clients Differently
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Dec 10, 2025 The hosts embark on a cross-Canada tour, connecting with therapists along the way. They delve into the nuances of treating clients differently—exploring the significance of intentional acts versus memory slips. Topics include how client requests shape closure rituals, the impact of shared experiences on therapy, and the importance of micro-adjustments in communication. They also tackle complex client dynamics such as boundaries, challenges, and the emotional weight of cancellations, all while emphasizing the need for open discussions about unequal client needs.
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Goodbye Options At Closing
- Allison describes offering options at closing, like hugs, high fives, or handshakes when she closed practice.
- Most clients chose hugs, teens preferred waving or fist bumps.
Disclosure Varies With Relational Fit
- Therapists vary self-disclosure and personal details based on comfort and client needs.
- Those choices reflect relational fit, not judgment or favoritism.
Have Hard Conversations When You Can Hold Them
- Name and have difficult conversations when required rather than avoiding them, but notice when your nervous system limits capacity.
- If a conversation feels risky, prepare and return to it when you can hold it safely.