Interact Journal Integrative Ideas for the Process-Oriented Psychotherapist
Author: Carol Hadlock
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On being helpless
Q: Sometimes I can’t think of anything to do in session and I feel helpless.
A: When you don’t know what to do in session, choose one of two things: -
On being stuck
Q: I haven’t a clue what to work on with this person. There is so much that I have no idea where to begin.
A: Sometimes your psyche tells you, “Stop working so hard. Let the other person do the work.” In this case, capitalize on the fact that you haven’t a clue. Figure out a way to invite the other guy to begin. -
On being bugged
Q: This man is like a gnat, all over the place.
A: And you are bugged, right?