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The art of connection: Illuminating the importance of therapeutic alliances

~ Vladimir Mušicki

Working together is an important part of the psychotherapeutic relationship between the client and the therapist. Building solid, mutually trusting connections is the cornerstone of successful treatment. Clients must have a sense of safety that allows them to express their most private thoughts and feelings for therapy to be effective. This often entails exploring hidden … Continue reading The art of connection: Illuminating the importance of therapeutic alliances

Mindfulness in psychotherapy and beyond

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~ Vladimir Mušicki ~ 1 Comment

Mindfulness is not only a type of practice associated with silent meditation in a quiet room. It is much more than that—it is an embodied experience that we live every day, breathing in and breathing out. As therapists, we strive to build a mindful mindset with our patients throughout the whole day. We are continually … Continue reading Mindfulness in psychotherapy and beyond

Boundaries in psychotherapy

~ Vladimir Mušicki

Psychotherapy is successful when boundaries between the therapist and the client are well-defined. As in any relationship between two people, it is an ongoing process of defining borderlines between the two personalities. However, in psychotherapy, there are some ethical concerns, norms, and guidelines which are very important to follow. Boundaries are a crucial element in … Continue reading Boundaries in psychotherapy

Hugs in psychotherapy: Good or bad thing?

~ Vladimir Mušicki ~ 2 Comments

Hugs are integral part of our intimate relationships with others—a sign of affection with friends, family and spouses, and even with strangers we meet along the way. With hugs, we exchange feelings and meanings on non-verbal level which seems rather different from our everyday interaction, deeply entrenched in many words that we utter during one … Continue reading Hugs in psychotherapy: Good or bad thing?