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Matt Shedd
Matt Shedd
A Feeling of Safety Beyond Words with Alyce Wellons, LCSW
A Feeling of Safety Beyond Words with Alyce Wellons, LCSW
Monday 10th May 2021
Alyce Wellons, LCSW, shares insights on creating safe therapeutic spaces and the evolving art of therapy with host Matt Shedd.
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Matt Shedd
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Is recovery from addiction, anxiety, depression, or from other mental health difficulties even possible for me? What ACTUALLY happens in a therapy session or 12 Step Meeting? Will talking about my pro...(view more)
Categories:
Sobriety Toolkit
Creative Recovery Journeys
Recovery from Trauma
Healing from Sexual Trauma
Family Recovery from Addiction
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Get the buttons here!Therapy Beyond Words: Alyce Wellons on Creating Safe Spaces
Those things that have happened to us in life have still happened to us, but we have a space where we bear witness, where we tell our stories, and they are, they are seen.
What makes therapy truly effective? According to Alyce Wellons, LCSW, it's not just about delving into traumatic events but creating a safe space where clients feel supported and heard. In this episode of 'Finding Help', host Matt Shedd sits down with Alyce, a seasoned psychotherapist with over 20 years of experience, to explore the nuances of effective therapy. Alyce shares how her understanding of therapy has evolved over time.
As a young therapist, she believed diving straight into trauma was the key. However, her experience taught her the value of 'talking about talking about what happened'. This approach allows clients to process their experiences at their own pace, fostering a deeper sense of safety and trust. The conversation also touches on the subtle communication that happens in therapy, which goes beyond words.
Alyce believes that a therapist's ability to help is deeply rooted in the self-work they do before meeting clients. This preparation creates a grounded presence that clients can rely on. Additionally, Alyce discusses how current political events can seep into therapy sessions, impacting both therapists and clients alike. She emphasizes the importance of boundaries in building a therapeutic relationship, describing them as the groundwork for love and trust.
If you're curious about the art of therapy and how it can create a safe haven for healing, this episode offers valuable insights and practical wisdom from a true expert.