This study addressed women's experiences of power in the
therapeutic relationship. A grounded theory method of
investigation was used. Eight women were interviewed who had
been, or were, in therapy with a woman therapist. The interviews
progressed from a generalized discussion of the therapeutic
relationship and concept of power to a more detailed examination
of the women's experiences of power within therapy. The results
highlight the individualistic nature of the experience of power
in therapy and that empowerment is achieved through a woman's
self-knowledge. Disempowerment occurred when a woman's self-
expression was restricted or when she felt judged and rejected by
the therapist. The implications for therapists are summarized by
the need for therapist's to respond to the individual needs of
the women in the therapeutic process. / Education, Faculty of / Educational and Counselling Psychology, and Special Education (ECPS), Department of / Graduate
| Identifer | oai:union.ndltd.org:UBC/oai:circle.library.ubc.ca:2429/5880 |
| Date | 05 1900 |
| Creators | Ledgard, Delyse |
| Source Sets | University of British Columbia |
| Language | English |
| Detected Language | English |
| Type | Text, Thesis/Dissertation |
| Format | 7953253 bytes, application/pdf |
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