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On being therapeutic.

S E Greben

    Canadian Psychiatric Association Journal
    |November 1, 1977
    PubMed
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    The effectiveness of psychotherapy hinges on the therapist's innate qualities, including character, values, and personality. Key traits like empathy, warmth, and reliability significantly contribute to successful therapeutic outcomes.

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    Area of Science:

    • Psychology
    • Psychotherapy Research

    Background:

    • Psychotherapy is recognized as both an art and a science.
    • The scientific aspect of psychotherapy effectiveness is well-studied, but the artistic elements warrant further investigation.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To explore the hypothesis that innate therapist characteristics significantly influence psychotherapy effectiveness.
    • To identify specific therapist traits associated with successful outcomes.

    Main Methods:

    • Qualitative analysis of existing literature and accounts of successful psychotherapists.
    • Examination of biographical information, patient testimonials, and colleague/friend observations.

    Main Results:

    • Successful psychotherapists consistently exhibit traits such as empathy, concern, warmth, and reliability.

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  • Other key characteristics include therapeutic forcefulness, expectation of improvement, freedom from despair, friendliness, and respectfulness.

    • Conclusions:

    • Therapist's innate characteristics are crucial for effective psychotherapy, moving beyond a purely reductionistic view.
    • A holistic understanding of psychotherapy must integrate the therapist's personal qualities alongside technical skills.