Global Crises in Psychotherapy

Global Crises in Psychotherapy

In times of crisis, it is common for patients to bring current social issues such as war, pandemics and climate change into their therapy. Therapists can sometimes feel out of their comfort zone with such subjects and try to avoid them. However, by giving space to current issues like these, it could give rise to an important opportunity. Patients have their needs recognised, value-oriented work is made easier and the therapists’ own uncertainties about dealing with difficult topics are reduced. These suggestions can be used irrespective of the school of thought or the particular disorder. Numerous examples are provided to help with putting them into practice.

• well-researched information on possible responses to crises
• concrete therapeutic strategies for handling crises in a constructive, value-oriented way
• potential pitfalls and how to avoid them

Target Group
Psychological and medical psychotherapists, psychiatrists, psychotherapists in training