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1. www.therapistaid.com › therapy-guide › traits-ofThe Traits of Successful Therapists | Article | Therapist Aid

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   What makes therapy work? Is there some elusive combination of words that will help a client overcome depression? Or more realistically, is there a series of research-based techniques and strategies that can be strung together to heal emotional wounds?

2. www.psychologytoday.com › intl › articles7 Qualities of a Great Therapist - Psychology Today

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   • Trust-Building. Therapy asks people to expose their secrets, reveal their fears, and craft new ways of seeing and being. Those feats can happen only if patients feel completely safe and unjudged.
   • Open-Minded. Perhaps paradoxically, “a therapist’s real benefit to the patient is they have no skin in the game,” says Pennsylvania psychologist Daniel Marston.
   • Inquiring. Inquiry is the heart of psychotherapy. It’s the process of peeling back the layers of identity and examining the forces shaping the way people think and act.
   • Demands Accountability. Listening carefully and empathizing with patients’ feelings about their life experiences is a minimum requirement of all therapists.

3. www.psychologytoday.com › us › blog13 Qualities to Look for in an Effective Psychotherapist

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   • Possession of a sophisticated set of interpersonal skills. Effective psychotherapists are able to express themselves well. They are astute at sensing what other people are thinking and feeling.
   • Ability to help you feel you can trust the therapist. According to Wampold, people determine whether or not they can trust someone within 50 milliseconds of meeting them.
   • Willingness to establish an alliance with you. One of the solidest predictors of good therapeutic outcome is the feeling that clients are in a partnership with their therapists.
   • Ability to provides an explanation of your symptoms and can adapt this explanation as circumstances change. Clients want to know why they're experiencing their symptoms even if this isn't the first time they've sought therapy.

4. mindremakeproject.org › 2018/03/03 › what-are-the24 Characteristics of an Effective Therapist - mind remake ...

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   Mar 3, 2018 · Practices honesty. Is transparent. Puts a lot of thought into what they say. Educates their clients (coping skills, symptoms, stress management, etc.) Conveys warmth. Reflects and validates feelings. Understands human behavior and mental disorders. Is non-judgmental. Sets and adheres to healthy boundaries.

5. www.carolhickson.co.uk › blog › mental-health-firstMental Health First Aid - What, why and who? - Carol Hickson ...

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   I am a mental health first aid instructor, but I am also a mental health practitioner. In addition, to training the MHFA courses, and my own range of courses, I support individual clients with therapy and life coaching.

6. www.therapistaid.com › therapy-guide › therapistSelf-Care for Clinicians - Therapist Aid

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   Being a therapist is tough, but work-life balance is possible. Many people get into the field to help others, and helping yourself is an important part of that goal. Keep in mind that self-care is about continuously prioritizing your own well-being, even when it’s hard.

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   What makes a good therapist?

   • Psychotherapy consists almost entirely of conversation, so it makes sense that effective communication is a key trait of a good therapist. Therapists are regularly tasked with describing complicated theoretical models (and most importantly, how these models are relevant to the client), intangible symptoms, and with fostering open communication.

   The Traits of Successful Therapists | Article | Therapist Aid

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   Who can benefit from therapy?

   • Therapy isn’t just for “crazy people” (to be clear, this is stigmatizing language that is too often used—but shouldn't be) or people dealing with severe mental illness—anyone can benefit from therapy, including therapists. Participating in therapy is a healthy part of anyone’s mental self-care.

   5 Signs of a Good Therapist - Verywell Mind

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   What makes a therapist a good counselor?

   • Interestingly, a few responders took into account a therapist’s personal values and views (not just how they conduct themselves in a session). As a counselor, this resonated. For example, a therapist can’t be genuine if they’re empathetic with their clients, but rude or nasty otherwise. Being a counselor means fully embracing the code of conduct.

   24 Characteristics of an Effective Therapist - mind remake project

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   What makes a good counselor?

   • Traits like warmth, humor, and transparency foster an honest and caring relationship. Counseling skills are important, but can only go so far without a trusting relationship. To promote a supportive relationship, Reddit user RedYNWA suggested that counselors practice empathy without being overly emotional.

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   What makes a good couples therapist?

   • Therapy is tough enough with one patient. Two, and the dynamics become infinitely more complicated. Great couples therapists take on a leadership role to unify a couple’s goals. They don’t just empathize with partner A, then partner B; they prioritize the relationship above the individuals.

   7 Qualities of a Great Therapist - Psychology Today

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   How can I improve my therapist's work-life balance?

   • Encourage your clinicians to attend trainings for new topics. This acts as a break from the day-to-day and a way to build competency in new areas. Being a therapist is tough, but work-life balance is possible. Many people get into the field to help others, and helping yourself is an important part of that goal.

   Self-Care for Clinicians prioritizing your own well-being - Therapist Aid

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8. www.verywellmind.com › signs-of-a-good-therapist5 Signs of a Good Therapist - Verywell Mind

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   Jun 11, 2024 · Ever wonder what makes a good therapist? These 5 traits are telltale signs that you are in good hands and can help you decide if a therapist is right for you.