Question

List at least five things a counselor does that could be therapeutic, and explain why?

Answer 1

• Showing empathy is quite therapeutic,since the client feels comfortable in shring their feelings as they see that the counselor has also gone through similiar experiences and a trust develops.When a counselor shares similar experiences with client to form a common ground of discussion,it is reaffirming for the client that he/she is not the only one facing it. Catharsis i.e. venting out one's feelings is therapeutic.
• Counselors can also engage clients in some recreational activities to make them refocus their attention on good and new things in life.They could asked to join yoga classes,meditation classes,or pursue some hobby which can be therapeutic as well.Sometimes even counselors work together with clients in such activities which helps the clients further.
• When counselors listen attentively and reflect upon what clients are feeling,it becomes therapeutic for the client,since they are offered some remedies and solutions to overcome those negative feelings.