Silences, Mistakes, and Boundaries in Psychotherapy: When the Promise of Help Breaks
Psychotherapy rests on trust, communication, and respect—but any rupture – prolonged silences, “human” errors, or boundary crossings – can undermine the therapeutic process. 1. Silences: Tool or Barrier? Recommendation: The therapist should clarify the purpose of the silence (“Let’s take a moment to reflect on what you’ve just shared.”). 2. Main Therapeutic Mistakes Any of these … Read more