Beginning of Treatment
摘要
This chapter outlines the key stages of supportive therapy, guiding clinicians through the process from initiation to termination. It begins by addressing the critical tasks of the early phase, including establishing a stable therapeutic alliance. The middle phase focused on facilitating emotional expression, preventing maladaptive repetitions, the power of listening, and working with ego functions to enhance resilience. The chapter also examines the complexities of ending treatment, emphasizing the concept of a “good enough” ending and the potential challenges that may arise, such as collusion or the therapist losing their role.