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FRHD 3400: Reflection Week 2 This week, we investigated the topic of the therapeutic interview in both the course readings and seminar discussions. The textbook highlighted that being an empathetic friend and a good listener does not necessitate the same set of skills and techniques as conducting a therapeutic interview. I was surprised to learn that many of my prior perceptions of what constitutes a conversation in non-therapeutic settings may actually pose challenges when trying to transfer those skills to a psychotherapy context (Reiter, 2022). I was surprised to learn this, as I imagined that these qualities would have served as an aid. However, the textbook explained that being a friend and a therapist are entirely different tasks and that the therapist should never hinder the client’s emotional growth by attempting to assuage their own discomfort when experiencing the client’s pain (Reiter, 2022). I really appreciated the point the textbook mentioned that both the therapist and the client are experts – with the client being the expert on their own life and experiences, while the therapist is the expert on various therapeutic techniques (Reiter, 2022). It is only by incorporating both forms of expertise that the client can truly experience change. I thought this was a truly valuable lesson so that both the therapist and the client are recognized to bring valuable aspects of consideration to the therapy session. In class, we discussed the importance of valuing each client as a person. To accomplish this, Dr. Neustifter emphasized the significance of remembering that while the client may be currently suffering a problem, the client is not the issue (Neustifter, 2023). I thought that this was extremely insightful and made me reflect on the fact that we are all the product of our experiences and tribulations. We should establish a secure space for someone to be vulnerable rather than criticizing them for their challenges or errors (Neustifter, 2023). One student mentioned during the lecture that they hoped their therapist would acknowledge the various

strengths they possess, rather than focusing on their deficits. As a future therapist, I think acknowledging the client’s small victories and positive traits is extremely important to make the client feel like they are more than their struggles, and that they are still seen and heard as the beautiful person they are. In our weekly seminar, we talked about the therapist’s responsibility to build a safe and secure therapeutic relationship. The client must feel comfortable being open and safe enough to voice all their worries without fear of being judged. We emphasized several ways the therapist might accomplish this, including through the actual furnishings, lighting, and setting of the therapy space. Do not permit any disruptions during the session, including people entering the room or the therapist's continual cell phone use. Additionally, the therapist must convey to the patient a sense of genuine concern for them as a person who is valuable and deserving of positive change. As I thought about this, it became clear to me that therapy is a human-centered profession and that you must genuinely care deeply about individuals you work with in order to be successful. References Reiter, M. D. (2022). Therapeutic interviewing: Essential skills and contexts of counseling (2nd ed.). Routledge. Neustifter, R. (2023). Communication and Counseling Skills, University of Guelph.

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