Therapeutic Relationship In Counselling

There are many different techniques, methods of delivery that counsellors can use, there are then many different clients and topics that as counsellor may face or specialise in during their careers in the counselling sector (Horvath 2005). A vital part of all counselling sessions is the relationship between the client and the counsellor, while this is known as the therapeutic alliance, the way of working with the client, the more specific therapeutic relationship is a relationship that has been shown to be instrumental of successful outcomes for the clients (Clarkson, 1947,1995).
The difference in a therapeutic relationship is that it is based on empathy, congruence, unconditional positive regard towards the client from the counsellor. This is something that needs to be part of the counsellor’s interactions, to not only support clients but also improve themselves as a counselling counsellor (Horvath 2005), (Tryon & Winograd, 2001). …show more content…
Changing boundaries for clients can have lifelong issues and sways the balance of power for clients. While the client and counsellor should come into the counselling sessions as partners in creating a positive change on the clients concerns and moving forward with their life (Clarkson, 1947,1995).
While this could not only cause dramas for the client who is at times vulnerable. An unhealthy attachment can cause more harm to the client, resulting in not moving forward with their goals, it can also be damaging to the counsellor and the reputation of the service (Clarkson,