Understanding Gaslighting in Therapy

Many individuals question whether therapy serves as a form of gaslighting, where a therapist may convince them their lives are better than they perceive. This skepticism arises from feelings of inadequacy and failure, especially following setbacks like academic struggles or relationship challenges. However, the podcast emphasizes that the true gaslighting comes from negative internal beliefs often formed during childhood, not from therapy itself. Therapy aims to reverse this gaslighting by fostering self-awareness and challenging harmful perceptions, allowing individuals to confront their realities and work towards genuine improvement.