Light Up The Couch When Therapy Stalls: How to Respond When Progress Is Missing, Ep. 184
Aug 10, 2023
Elizabeth Heaney, LPC, discusses how to navigate stalled therapy. They explore scenarios where progress stalls and provide techniques for deepening therapy. They emphasize the therapist's role in addressing the issue, challenging clients to go deeper, and monitoring progress.
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Track and Notice Stalling
- Track what's happening in sessions, remaining attuned to progress.
- Notice when therapy stalls, avoiding the tendency to push awareness away.
Address Stalling Directly
- Address stalling directly with the client, regardless of the cause.
- This might involve shifting strategies, frameworks, or communication styles.
Re-evaluate and Shift Gears
- Re-evaluate your approach when therapy stalls.
- Consider if you're missing nuances, need to be more direct, or challenge yourself.