This one is a bit more paradoxical for me to handle because in my role as a clinician/mental health therapist, I often really AM telling people what to do with their lives! Of course, it's a different matter for them to actually listen to me...
And I guess that's where the therapeutic relationship comes in and is different. From my professional standpoint, all I have to do is help them to continue breaking down the barriers that either they've erected or that life has placed for them - and the rest is up to them. I get to standby and empower them to reach out and make those next steps, and turn inward and help them see more of the strength that's already inside. I guess in terms of this piece - I get to help my clients become their own saviors. :D
This one is a bit more paradoxical for me to handle because in my role as a clinician/mental health therapist, I often really AM telling people what to do with their lives! Of course, it's a different matter for them to actually listen to me...
And I guess that's where the therapeutic relationship comes in and is different. From my professional standpoint, all I have to do is help them to continue breaking down the barriers that either they've erected or that life has placed for them - and the rest is up to them. I get to standby and empower them to reach out and make those next steps, and turn inward and help them see more of the strength that's already inside. I guess in terms of this piece - I get to help my clients become their own saviors. :D
yep! it’s your job to offer help, but at the end of the day, their health & happiness is their own responsibility. can’t take the reins from anybody