Posted by gardenergirl on September 22, 2004, at 22:24:15
In reply to Re: How does you T show they care? » gardenergirl, posted by Speaker on September 22, 2004, at 22:01:22
Oh my, another really hard question. Very well timed as I am just now back to seeing clients after having the summer off...
I guess I do it somewhat unconsciously. By trying to be unconditional, non-judgemental, by listening carefully, via empathy, by trying to be 100 percent present to them in the session. I suppose by working with them to help them reach their goals or feel better.
I guess I do this just by trying to be the best T I can, and by trying to understand their truth as it exists and as they wish it exists. I can't say I do or have done anything overtly or intentionally to show I care because I thought it was needed. At least I can't think of anything. I just hope it comes across in what I say and do, and how I "feel" to the clients.
My T has said that one unconscious can talk to another, and perhaps it's via this route that he shows me and I show clients.
Wow, you are tough! Making me think... :) Thanks.
gg
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