Edge of the Couch Take Up Space in Session
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Apr 20, 2022 Discover why new therapists often hesitate to assert themselves and the surprising benefits of taking up space in therapy. The hosts delve into how affective self-disclosure can enhance client emotions and detail cognitive self-disclosure to help clients reframe negative self-views. They explore the delicate balance of power in sessions and share practical tips for therapists to confidently express their feelings. Tune in for insightful discussions on turning risks into therapeutic gains!
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Presence Means Taking Up Space
- New therapists often think staying quiet equals good therapy, but presence can mean taking up space.
- Taking up space is risky yet often yields greater therapeutic reward when done skillfully.
Use Affective Self-Disclosure
- Use affective self-disclosure to slow clients down and bring feelings into the room.
- Phrase it subjectively, e.g., "I feel teary when you say that," and then check how it lands.
Gently Correct Client Self-Narratives
- Offer cognitive self-disclosure to correct inaccurate self-views by clients.
- Try: "I don't experience you that way — can I tell you how I experience you?" then hold and explore their reaction.