It is based on several key principles of practice, including collaboration, accountability, integrity, and respect.
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For this reason, there are no specific forms of collaborative therapy that can be identified.
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Instead, it is most frequently associated with thehumanistic approachto psychotherapy, which includes therapies such asperson-centered therapyandexistential psychotherapy.
These therapies recognize the individual as the expert in their own lives and emphasizeself-efficacy.
Establishing a collaborative relationship with a therapist is an essential factor in any successful psychotherapy.
The two major formats of collaborative therapies are client-led and therapist-led.
What Collaborative Therapy Can Help With
Collaborative therapy is not designed to help with any specific disorder.
It is a method of transformation that can be applied to any problem the client is experiencing.
Things to Consider
Collaborative therapy may not be the right approach for every client.
How to Get Started
Are you interested in getting started with collaborative therapy?
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