Dependence in the Therapeutic Relationship

Daniela Simache (PhD in Psychology, Psychotherapist)

Conference: Saturday, October 28th, 10:45 - 12:45

(Who is dependent on who and… on what?)

The workshop is intended to contribute to the clarification of how those who are involved in the therapeutic process (both clients and therapists) can become dependent on each other.

Participants will be invited to identify appropriate ways of relating, based on getting involved and on co-creating the therapeutic relationship.

Key concepts: Ego States, Strokes and Time structuring, Symbiosis and Autonomy.

The methodology will give opportunity for an interactive working style, using role-play and exercises in small groups. These will be completed with individual work and case studies.