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[To encounter oneself, to encounter each other]
Acta Psiquiatrica Y Psicologica De America Latina
|June 1, 1982
Summary
The therapeutic encounter, crucial for personal growth, involves genuine connection between individuals. Therapeutic attitude and specific techniques like psychodrama enhance self-awareness and interpersonal understanding.
Area of Science:
- Psychotherapy
- Philosophical Anthropology
- Clinical Psychology
Background:
- The concept of 'encounter' is central to psychotherapy, influencing both inter and intrapersonal dynamics.
- Philosophical anthropology (Buber, Jaspers) and psychotherapy theories (Binswanger, Rogers, Moreno, Pichon-Rivière) highlight the significance of encounter.
Purpose of the Study:
- To elucidate the concept of encounter in psychotherapy.
- To emphasize its importance and suggest methods for its achievement.
- To explore how therapeutic attitudes and techniques foster subjective growth and self-discovery.
Main Methods:
- Conceptual analysis drawing from philosophical anthropology and psychotherapy.
- Examination of clinical practices and therapeutic attitudes.
- Presentation of session fragments to illustrate the impact of 'how' versus 'what' in therapy.
Main Results:
- The prevailing therapeutic attitude is often more effective than specific techniques in facilitating encounter.
- Psychodrama and Gestalt methods, through techniques like role reversal and physical contact, can directly promote encounter and awareness.
- Encounter is essential for individual development and self-realization, underscoring its role in psychological treatment.
Conclusions:
- Therapeutic encounter, characterized by the 'I and Thou' relationship, is indispensable for personal growth and self-actualization.
- The quality of the therapeutic relationship and attitude significantly impacts the effectiveness of treatment.
- Psychological treatments aiming for personal growth must incorporate intense encounters with therapists or peers.