Interpretation in a Clinical Setting Flashcards
1
Q
What is the purpose of interpretation in a clinical setting?
A
seeks to improve client’s insight
deepen and expand client’s awareness by exploring difficult material
2
Q
What is interpretation?
A
identifying the psychodynamic meaning of the client’s
- thoughts
- feelings
- fantasies
- behaviors
3
Q
What does interpretation entail?
A
exposing repressed / suppressed material
connect present and past to help client see distortions
integrate information from different sources so client can gain more realistic perspective
use only with emotionally stable clients
