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Humanizing Clients With Internalized Neoliberal Ideology Using Contextual Therapy
Nicholas van Bremen1, Rajeswari Natrajan-Tyagi1
1Department of Couple and Family Therapy, Alliant International University, Irvine, California, USA.
Family Process
|February 27, 2025
Summary
Neoliberalism
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Sociology
- Mental Health
Background:
- Declining well-being and rising harmful behaviors in the U.S. are linked to societal factors.
- Neoliberalism's emphasis on individualism may undermine equitable, trust-based relationships (relational ethics).
- Therapeutic interventions are needed to counteract negative impacts of neoliberal ideology on well-being.
Purpose of the Study:
- To inform therapists about neoliberalism's influence on clients' mental health and relationships.
- To demonstrate how Contextual Therapy can mitigate neoliberalism's adverse effects.
- To enhance relational ethics and improve client well-being.
Main Methods:
- Overview of neoliberalism and Contextual Therapy principles.
- Presentation of two case examples illustrating neoliberal influences.
- Introduction of a treatment framework for mental health practitioners.
Main Results:
- Contextual Therapy offers a therapeutic pathway to address internalized neoliberalism.
- Therapeutic interventions can foster healthier, more humanizing relationships.
- Cultivating empathy and supportive connections can improve well-being.
Conclusions:
- Contextual Therapy is effective in mitigating the negative impacts of neoliberal values.
- Enhanced relational ethics through therapy can lead to reduced harmful behaviors.
- This approach supports improved individual and societal well-being.
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