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My Psychic Therapist and Other Myths

By Dr. Suzanne LaCombe, April 2006.

Reviewed by: Dr. Tracy Halpen

 

The truth of the matter is that we all approach counseling with the desire to know ourselves, but with a fear of what we might find. This ambivalence shows up in our cultural myths about psychotherapy.

In the following article I refer to what "good counseling" or a "good therapist" potentially offers. I don't have a quick definition of what constitutes "good counseling" and a "good therapist" but I will share with you some ideas from clinical practice and neuroscience to help you find this for yourself.

When I speak of 'change' I am referring to embodied change that occurs in the secure relationship with a therapist. I am not referring to mere symptom reduction, although that is certainly a necessary part of good counseling.

As I have mentioned previously on this site, all information is subject to upgrading or revision. I invite you to share your opinion, comments, and questions. I can't promise to respond personally to all of them but I will post those that are representative. Look to the bottom of the list for the 'Post A Comment'.

 

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