This book provides an overview on the topics that working clinicians need to know about. Topics include: foundational knowledge on psychology; conflict resolution; the working alliance; the therapeutic frame; technique; and feedback. It emphasizes the application of psychological theories to the therapy itself and not just to the patient's life.
Utilizing a dramaturgical lens, the book delves into the dynamics of therapy, highlighting how power imbalances can marginalize certain voices within the therapeutic process. By drawing parallels with theater, it emphasizes the importance of performance theory—covering audience engagement, gender studies, and multiculturalism—as tools to challenge established norms. The text advocates for a more inclusive and empowering approach to psychotherapy, aiming to elevate the stigmatized and overlooked elements within therapeutic and supervisory frameworks.
Roadmaps to Presenting Problems and Treatment Impasses
Exploring early memories reveals their parallels to life challenges and therapeutic relationships, often reflecting confusion and disempowerment typical of childhood. The book highlights how analyzing these memories can provide personal insights and address current issues in therapy. It offers strategies to leverage early memories for strengthening the therapeutic alliance, understanding presenting problems, and overcoming treatment obstacles, ultimately enhancing the effectiveness of psychological interventions.