Unravelling the issues surrounding the therapeutic relationship, this book highlights the importance of the relationship itself, of the client as a proactive agent in the process, and of the need for partnership and collaboration for effective therapy to take place. It will provide trainees and newly qualified therapists with the knowledge and skills they need to practice on a level of deep understanding and confidence.

Preface
Boundaries and the therapeutic frame
Collaboration
Empathic understanding and listening
Care and warmth
Being real
Relating at depth
Therapeutic relationships with children and young people
Telephone and online counselling relationships
Conclusion