Is There a Difference Between Expressing and Acting Out?

Johnny: What I tell my clients is there's a difference between expressing and acting out. And the former is conducive to communication and the latter, not so much. When I'm working with clients and I'm getting angry with the patient, I sometimes ask permission of the patient if I can share how I'm feeling. Yeah. Or would you prefer it if I don't let you know what my feelings are? That can be a really nice way too. It shows respect. Absolutely.