Episode 45: How to Get the Most Out of Therapy (Part 2)
Bob and Jake continue to answer your burning questions about therapy. Much of this episode is dedicated to clinicians and those studying clinical psychology. Bob and Jake explore more therapeutic and healing prayer methods that contribute to good integrated psychological practice. They also address why your emotional and relational health matters as the therapist in the room. They conclude with some simple advice for aspiring therapists and those seeking therapy, most importantly that Jesus is the ultimate healer and therapists simply facilitate that healing. We hope this episode blesses you!
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Show Notes
Key Points
Recommended areas of formation for therapists
What is EMDR?
The overlap between EMDR and inner healing prayer (such as Transformation Prayer Ministry)
How do you pray in a session and is it okay to pray?
How do you choose a good therapist and how do you know if it’s a good fit once you start?
Things to watch out for and avoid in a therapist
Healthy therapist-client boundaries
How attachment can happen and how to navigate that as a therapist
A few pieces of advice from Jake and Bob for therapists and anyone seeking therapy
Practical Application (for therapists)
How can I allow Christ to live and work through me in therapy?
How can I continue to grow as a therapist both professionally, spiritually and personally so that I can be a knowledgeable, faithful and healthy therapist?
Resources
Recommended areas of formation
Trauma-focused Therapy such as EMDR
Integrated methods of formation:
Other resources:
