In this context, whatever external power differential exists must be made explicit. In the final analysis, therapy is about the healing and empowerment of the client... and the therapist.
(If curious to learn more, see the video "Stutz" on Netflix.)
Here, it is assumed that both are human beings - one of whom is asking for help with a human set of problems; the other is a human being having training and some expertise in understanding: 1) the body-mind connection, 2) individual characterological syndromes, 3) how human relationships and individuals get "stuck" in repetitive patterns, and 4) our existential/spiritual human condition.
(The Spirituality of Imperfection discusses the latter in depth).
At the most advanced level, a therapist (due to their work in themselves) manifests an early identification with the infinity of Being and perceives the client from the same perspective. (As Ram Dass said : "If your therapist is the Buddha, you may get enlightened; if your therapist thinks they are a therapist - watch out - because you'll need to play the role of patient.")
As is said in the Kabbalah, we can picture the soul (or awareness) as a "spark of the Infinite". In this context - the personality and its struggles are regarded as a soul matter. If a client is ready and willing, this perspective can be shared and taught in a therapeutic context.
(Soulmates by Thomas Moore and Holy Fire by Tom Yeomans;
SOUL WOUND AND PSYCHOTHERAPY by Tom Yeomans, (1994) Click Here.]
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