Call for Papers for Special Issue: The Interplay of Therapist Techniques and the Therapeutic Relationship in Psychotherapy.

As therapists we frequently use and hear the term ‘complexity’ in relation to clients, situations and settings. Although we may assume there is a shared understanding of what is meant by complexity, is this true? Do we really know what we mean by describing someone, or something, as complex? If we define complexity as ‘consisting of many different and connected parts, not easy to analyse or understand’ (Oxford English Dictionary, 2017), then we are probably describing intersections and interactions between different elements that can influence each other. Interestingly, the origin of the term derives from the Latin past participle plexus, meaning braided or entwined, which captures neatly the sense of the term ‘complex’ as meaning literally braided together. The breadth of this definition therefore may help to account for the diversity of the ways in which the term complexity is used in clinical settings. Continuing with the idea of the plait or braid, it also gives a sense of the number of threads or strands that could be incorporated within such a system. Complexity can derive from any source, and can interact with any part, so it can derive from the patient, the therapist, the therapeutic relationship or the healthcare setting; and each of these may interact with one or more parts. So from any source, complexity can affect processes and outcomes of care.

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Call for Papers for Special Issue: The Interplay of Therapist Techniques and the Therapeutic Relationship in Psychotherapy.

Psychotherapy ◽

10.1037/0033-3204.41.2.143 ◽

2004 ◽

Vol 41 (2) ◽

pp. 143-143

Author(s):

Charles J. Gelso

Keyword(s):

Therapeutic Relationship ◽

Special Issue

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Η θεραπευτική σχέση στην κλινική και συμβουλευτική ψυχολογία

Psychology: the Journal of the Hellenic Psychological Society ◽

10.12681/psy_hps.26866 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 26 (2) ◽

pp. 1

Author(s):

Anastasia Kalantzi-Azizi ◽

Maria Malikiosi-Loizos

Keyword(s):

Therapeutic Relationship ◽

Clinical Psychology ◽

Historical Development ◽

Counseling Psychology ◽

Point Of View ◽

Special Issue ◽

Introductory Article ◽

Recent Developments ◽

Clinical And Counseling Psychology ◽

Applied Fields

The introductory article of this special issue presents the therapeutic relationship in clinical and counseling psychology in order to highlight their similarities and their differences. Initially, reference is made to the particular characteristics of the therapeutic relationship from the point of view of clinical psychology followed by the specific characteristics of the therapeutic relationship as supported by counseling psychology. As can be seen from the position taken by both authors, recent developments in both applied fields show a gradual convergence in terms of the psychotherapy followed. Although at the beginning their differences seemed very obvious, through the years and their historical development, they have gradually faded away, allowing their similarities to stand out based on the philosophical movements, their theoretical views and their scientific interventions. The convergence of clinical and counseling psychology, in terms of the factors building the therapeutic relationship, emphasize their mutual acceptance of concepts, goals and processes.

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Spotlight on the Clinician in the Life Participation Approach to Aphasia: Balancing Relationship-Centered Care and Professionalism

Perspectives of the ASHA Special Interest Groups ◽

10.1044/2019_persp-19-00025 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 5 (2) ◽

pp. 414-424

Author(s):

Rochelle Cohen-Schneider ◽

Melodie T. Chan ◽

Denise M. McCall ◽

Allison M. Tedesco ◽

Ann P. Abramson

Keyword(s):

Social Workers ◽

Therapeutic Relationship ◽

Interprofessional Collaboration ◽

Opportunity To Learn ◽

Subjective Experiences ◽

Speech Language Pathologists ◽

Self Disclosure ◽

Centered Care ◽

High Standards ◽

Therapeutic Encounter

Background Speech-language pathologists make clinical decisions informed by evidence-based theory and “beliefs, values and emotional experiences” ( Hinckley, 2005 , p. 265). These subjective processes, while not extensively studied, underlie the workings of the therapeutic relationship and contribute to treatment outcomes. While speech-language pathologists do not routinely pay attention to subjective experiences of the therapeutic encounter, social workers do. Thus, the field of social work makes an invaluable contribution to the knowledge and skills of speech-language pathologists. Purpose This clinical focus article focuses on the clinician's contribution to the therapeutic relationship by surfacing elements of the underlying subjective processes. Method Vignettes were gathered from clinicians in two community aphasia programs informed by the principles of the Life Participation Approach to Aphasia. Results and Discussion By reflecting on and sharing aspects of clinical encounters, clinicians reveal subjective processing occurring beneath the surface. The vignettes shed light on the following clinical behaviors: listening to the client's “whole self,” having considerations around self-disclosure, dealing with biases, recognizing and surfacing clients' identities, and fostering hope. Speech-language pathologists are given little instruction on the importance of the therapeutic relationship, how to conceptualize this relationship, and how to balance this relationship with professionalism. Interprofessional collaboration with social workers provides a rich opportunity to learn ways to form and utilize the benefits of a strong therapeutic relationship while maintaining high standards of ethical behavior. Conclusion This clinical focus article provides speech-language pathologists with the “nuts and bolts” for considering elements of the therapeutic relationship. This is an area that is gaining traction in the field of speech-language pathology and warrants further investigation.

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Employing Latino Value Orientations to Facilitate Success in Stuttering Treatment

Perspectives on Fluency and Fluency Disorders ◽

10.1044/ffd18.3.111 ◽

2008 ◽

Vol 18 (3) ◽

pp. 111-118

Author(s):

Lourdes Ramos-Heinrichs ◽

Lynn Hansberry Mayo ◽

Sandra Garzon

Keyword(s):

Foreign Language ◽

Therapeutic Relationship ◽

Service Provider ◽

Speech Therapy ◽

Cross Cultural ◽

Value Orientations ◽

Collaborative Partnership ◽

The Family ◽

Therapy Services ◽

Cultural Connections

Abstract Providing adequate speech therapy services to Latinos who stutter can present challenges that are not obvious to the practicing clinician. This article addresses cultural, religious, and foreign language concerns to the therapeutic relationship between the Latino client and the clinician. Suggestions are made for building cross-cultural connections with clients and incorporating the family into a collaborative partnership with the service provider.

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