The two key pitfalls of assumption are assuming that you know why they are there, for example, because they overeat or have a specific fear or phobia, and of stereotyping a client in some way.
I tis important to listen carefully to a client and treat them with respect, taking their concerns and worries seriously, whatever they are. Often clients come thinking they know what they need and the therapist recognizes that the root of the issue is related to a past event or a negative thought pattern that the clients has not really recognised themselves. Keeping an open mind is essential, as is taking a non-judgemental approach and avoiding any presuppositions about what the issue might be.
I tis important to listen carefully to a client and treat them with respect, taking their concerns and worries seriously, whatever they are. Often clients come thinking they know what they need and the therapist recognizes that the root of the issue is related to a past event or a negative thought pattern that the clients has not really recognised themselves. Keeping an open mind is essential, as is taking a non-judgemental approach and avoiding any presuppositions about what the issue might be.