Light Up The Couch The Art of Confrontation: Challenging Clients Effectively, Ep. 167
Jan 19, 2023
Elizabeth Irias, Therapist, discusses the clinical value of confronting clients and reasons therapists shy away from challenging clients. They explore the power of confrontation, the role it plays in therapy, and the approaches for effective confrontation. They also discuss the importance of confronting conflicts and providing feedback in relationships. Additional resources for improving skills in confronting clients effectively are recommended.
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Reframing Confrontation
- Think of confrontation as an invitation to self-discovery, not an attack.
- Focus on the accuracy and truthfulness of your challenge, not aggression.
Neutral Confrontation
- Therapists should approach confrontation neutrally, without needing to be right.
- The client's growth comes from wrestling with the challenge, not from agreeing with the therapist.
Avoiding Power Struggles
- Avoid power struggles by taking responsibility for how you challenge clients.
- Learn to confront directly but without triggering defensiveness.