So I opened my book to chapter 10 and thought to myself, “Therapeutic Use of Self…AGAIN!” I mean we’ve covered this topic of discussion several times already. Why is this discussed in such great detail? Shouldn’t we be focusing more on activities, how to run groups, assessments, etc? I can see how some would think so, however, therapeutic use of self is the major component in every aspect of what goes on between the client/therapist relationship. My class and I were exposed to 2 great speakers last week, and one of them reminded us that everything we do and say and how we present ourselves to our clients could potentially “make or break” the treatment process. Even something that may seem minor to us, such as being late to work, could jeopardize developing a rapport with clients.
Needless to say, what a great chapter to read and reiterate right before we go out on fieldwork! I have provided a link to a short message about self-reflection. Just remember, sometimes the best therapeutic use of self is just simply listening…
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