PSYC 2310 Lecture : Therapies
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Cause harm to other people, break the law. Deterioration of the frontal and temporal lobes of the brain. 30% of north americans will seek professional counselling at some point. Relationship between client and therapist and technique. Help the client achieve insight (make the client aware of deep dark issues) Free assosiation client on the be type deal. Uncensored say whatever comes to mind the therapist records thoughts. Dream interpretation surface of the dream then the real meaning the therapist will decode the message. Defensive maneuvers that hinder the process ie being late, avoidance of the questions. Transference client responds to the therapist as an important figure from the past. Brings out repressed feelings , what s going on unconsciously. Naturally happens in the course of therapy. Interpersonal therapy focus is on current relationships ie) marriage counselling. Client centered therapy carl rogers therapeutic environment three important therapist attributes.