Ethics: Responsive Use of Self

Responsive Use of Self: The ethics of authentic presence, self-disclosure and intentional use of the therapeutic relationship *

6 Ethics CEUs

This webinar will focus on how we increase our therapeutic impact by intentionally bringing our authentic selves to this work. Specifically we will explore:

• Useful guidelines for the responsive use of self-disclosure,

• Strategies for building an authentic and trustworthy therapeutic alliance

• Using Polyvagal theory as a framework for understanding the power of co regulation

• Ways to enhance attention to the relational and emotional dynamics in the room. 

• Mindfulness practices to enhance being present

Done in collaboration with Susie Snyder, LCSW