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Toko-pa on Invitational presence

Posted on March 25, 2019 by Palace Gate Counselling Service

Beautiful description of therapeutic relationship…and indeed relationship… Here’s the wording for anyone who has trouble following Facebook links:- “Whether we are looking to create closeness with others, with nature, or with the living mystery, an invitational presence is the prerequisite … Continue reading →

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‘People (often) don’t need help. They need love. Acceptance’ Monica Cassani

Posted on June 12, 2017 by Palace Gate Counselling Service

https://beyondmeds.com/2017/06/10/people-dont-need-help/ Click on the above link to visit Monica Cassani’s superb resource site: http://www.beyondmeds.com This post describes person-centred in a nutshell, and is what we seek to offer at this service: holding loving space for a person as they explore … Continue reading →

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Person-Centred Basics: Dave Mearns on the power dynamic

Posted on January 24, 2016 by Palace Gate Counselling Service

Another in our series of person-centred fundamentals, this time Dave Mearns on power. ‘The issue of “power” is fundamental to person-centred counselling. Indeed, the essential principle of the person-centred approach is that the counsellor does not take responsibility for the … Continue reading →

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Medard Boss on the highest aim of therapy

Posted on December 17, 2015 by Palace Gate Counselling Service

“We as psychotherapists ought to refrain completely from the vainglorious practice of preaching any kind of maxims or dogmas to our patients. We have to content ourselves with clearing away a little stone here and there, an obstacle, so that … Continue reading →

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Person-centred basics: expertise of the person-centred counsellor – Dave Mearns & Brian Thorne

Posted on October 22, 2015 by Palace Gate Counselling Service

The fourth in our occasional series of person-centred fundamentals. ‘The person-centred counsellor must learn to wear her expertise as an invisible garment in order to be an effective counsellor. Experts are expected to dispense their expertise, to recommend what should … Continue reading →

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Gillian Proctor on power in person-centered therapy

Posted on May 14, 2015 by Palace Gate Counselling Service

‘Rogers challenged the power inherent in the role of the therapist in many revolutionary ways. Rogers’ person-centred theory is based on the principle of respect for each individual and their autonomy. It is a radical theory of therapy and is … Continue reading →

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Therapist-Patient Bond Can Make or Break Psychosis Treatment – Traci Pedersen

Posted on April 13, 2015 by Palace Gate Counselling Service

http://psychcentral.com/news/2015/04/11/therapist-patient-bond-can-make-or-break-psychosis-treatment/83408.html?utm_source=PsychCentral&utm_medium=twitter No surprises here from our perspective. This article is a brief summary, rather than a more detailed/in depth exploration of the theme – worth passing on, nonetheless. Our experience at this service daily tells us it is the relationship … Continue reading →

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Brené Brown on Connection

Posted on October 31, 2014 by Palace Gate Counselling Service

“I define connection as the energy that exists between people when they feel seen, heard, and valued; when they can give and receive without judgment; and when they derive sustenance and strength from the relationship.” Brené Brown Palace Gate Counselling … Continue reading →

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Carl Rogers – The Client Knows

Posted on October 15, 2014 by Palace Gate Counselling Service

‘It is the client who knows what hurts, what directions to go, what problems are crucial, what experiences have been deeply buried.’ Carl Rogers: On Becoming A Person 1961 Palace Gate Counselling Service, Exeter

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Healing happens when you get out of the way: Jeff Foster

Posted on September 15, 2014 by Palace Gate Counselling Service

Here’s a Facebook post from Jeff, which beautifully captures much of how we see the intention in person-centred therapy. We believe this is a helpful and healing way for any of us to be with someone in crisis, although challenging … Continue reading →

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