Qualities To Look For In A Miami Therapist
There are qualities to look for in a Miami therapist that have nothing to do with formal education.
Of course you want to make sure your therapist in Miami has the adequate education, licenses, and training to help you. But, not everything you need to work as a therapist is taught in school or in continued education. There are some additional qualities that you should look out for.
I know some highly trained individuals that struggle with providing therapy. I know others with less “formal” training who are excellent at forming relationships and providing care.
There is a wide spectrum of therapeutic effectiveness and the relationship you have with the clinician is extremely important. I do believe that therapy is somewhat of an art AND a science.
Here are some qualities to look for that you can’t learn in a book:
they continue to learn about and engage with people who come from different backgrounds than their own
they are aware of their own privilege and are open to questioning their position
they are always willing to learn
they can admit when they’re wrong
they set appropriate boundaries
they are aware of and continue to learn about their own biases
they are able to separate their own opinions from the therapeutic relationship
they ask about your goals rather than imposing their own
they can self regulate in session and avoid making it about them
they are willing to be human
they make referrals when they cannot adequately assist you
they know the limitations of their training
you feel comfortable in their presence and can express yourself.
Is there anything else you look for in a therapist?
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