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The therapist-patient relationship

Karen Chambre LCSW, PSY.D ca
4 min readApr 10, 2023

Attachment and loss for the therapist and client!

The Relationship Between Therapists and Client

When searching for a therapist, the most crucial aspect is feeling at ease with the therapist. Research indicates that when clients feel comfortable with their therapist, they are more likely to open up and discuss their experiences and emotions at a deeper level, which they may not have done before.

There are different types of psychotherapy, and it's essential to explore each style to find the one that suits you best. You become more self-aware during therapy, which can help you trust your instincts when selecting subsequent therapists and therapy styles.

Patients often wonder when their therapy will come to an end. It is essential to understand that each Patient has their own pace, and they will know when they are ready to stop the therapy. Personal growth is a continuous process that lasts a lifetime. Sometimes, patients may complete a particular aspect of their treatment and discontinue the sessions. However, they may return when ready to delve deeper into their inner world. Some patients find the support they receive from therapy helpful and continue attending sessions for years.

The depth of the connection between Patient and therapist depends on how they fit together, like any relationship, in the relationship between Patient and client, Transference. Transference involves a client…

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Karen Chambre LCSW, PSY.D ca
Karen Chambre LCSW, PSY.D ca

Written by Karen Chambre LCSW, PSY.D ca

As a psychotherapist, it has been a pleasure to help clients overcome their internal and external challenges over the last 40 years.

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