Beginning the Treatment with Jonathan Shedler, PhD
Psychiatry & Psychotherapy Podcast
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Establishing a Mutual Understanding of the Purpose of Work in Therapy
The crucial second step in therapy often involves establishing a mutual agreement on the purpose of the work, which is not about a simple diagnosis or symptom but about developing a case formulation. This case formulation helps in understanding the psychological factors contributing to the person's difficulties and what psychological changes are needed for improvement. Without a shared understanding of the purpose, the therapy may lack direction and effectiveness.
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