The Concept of Boundaries in Integrative Psychotherapy

Awareness of and respect for a client's internal boundaries is necessary for the development of an effective therapeutic relationship. In pushing past boundaries established by the client, the therapist runs the risk of failing to be attuned to the client's relational needs. Such failure c...

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Published inTransactional analysis journal Vol. 29; no. 4; pp. 292 - 295
Main Author Clark, Fred C.
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published Los Angeles, CA Taylor & Francis 01.10.1999
SAGE Publications
SAGE PUBLICATIONS, INC
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Summary:Awareness of and respect for a client's internal boundaries is necessary for the development of an effective therapeutic relationship. In pushing past boundaries established by the client, the therapist runs the risk of failing to be attuned to the client's relational needs. Such failure can significantly hinder the therapeutic relationship and thus the therapy itself.
ISSN:0362-1537
2329-5244
DOI:10.1177/036215379902900410