Beginning the Treatment with Jonathan Shedler, PhD
Psychiatry & Psychotherapy Podcast
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Unpacking Patient Shifts in Therapy
The patient's recent shift in therapy highlights two key points: first, the feeling of rejection and a lack of desire to engage with the therapist, and second, the patient's sense of shame tied to what was shared in the last session. The therapist acknowledges the patient's vulnerability and refrains from rushing into interpretations, allowing space for the patient to come to terms with their thoughts and emotions.
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