THERAPY APPROACH

RELATIONAL PSYCHOTHERAPY

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Relational Psychotherapy builds upon traditional psychoanalytic approaches while placing special emphasis on the healing nature of the therapeutic relationship itself. This approach recognises that human beings are fundamentally shaped by and through relationships, and that psychological growth occurs within meaningful connections with others.
 

In Relational Psychotherapy, the therapist and patient co-create a genuine, authentic relationship that becomes a vehicle for understanding recurring patterns in the client's life. Rather than positioning the therapist as a neutral observer or "expert", the relational approach acknowledges that both patient and therapist bring their full selves to the therapeutic encounter, creating a unique interpersonal dynamic that can illuminate the client's relational patterns.
 

The relational psychotherapist pays careful attention to:

• The moment-to-moment interactions between therapist and patient

• How past relationship experiences influence current relationships, including the therapeutic one

• The impact of cultural and social contexts on psychological development

• The ways in which we protect ourselves from emotional vulnerability

• The importance of mutual recognition and genuine connection

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Through thoughtful exploration of these dynamics in a safe, supportive environment, patients can gain deeper insight into themselves and their relationships. This approach helps people develop greater authenticity, emotional flexibility, and the capacity for more fulfilling connections with others.

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