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Working with metaphor.

Peter A Sims1

  • 1Hotel Dieu Hospital, Department of Psychiatry, Queen's University, Kingston, Ontario, Canada. simsp@hdh.kari.net

American Journal of Psychotherapy
|January 23, 2004
PubMed
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This article highlights the crucial role of metaphor in psychotherapy. It introduces a six-stage model to help therapists effectively explore client metaphors for improved clinical outcomes.

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Area of Science:

  • Psychology
  • Linguistics
  • Cognitive Science

Background:

  • Metaphor is fundamental to conceptual and poetic thought.
  • Understanding metaphor is vital for effective psychotherapy practice.

Observation:

  • Therapists face challenges in recognizing and responding to client metaphors.
  • Client-generated metaphors offer rich insights into their experiences.

Findings:

  • A practical six-stage model facilitates working with client metaphors.
  • Metaphor exploration enhances the therapeutic process and outcomes.

Implications:

  • Clinicians can improve therapeutic efficacy by integrating metaphor analysis.
  • This approach deepens the understanding of client cognitive and emotional landscapes.