Ο ρόλος της ενσυναίσθησης, της αποδοχής και της αυθεντικότητας στην θεραπευτική σχέση

Abstract

The aim of this study was to investigate the importance of the three therapeutic conditions (empathy/unconditional positive regard/ congruence) within the context of the therapeutic relationship and to examine the most significant personal skills of the therapist in the person-centered approach. Once the inclusion and exclusion criteria were set, the relevant articles were searched in electronic databases with keywords. Twenty-five articles were included and the analysis of the results showed that the three therapeutic conditions are an integral part of the person-centered therapy and are directly related to the therapeutic outcome. The most important personal skills of the therapist are directly related to the three therapeutic conditions, with the main one being empathy. Their application helps in therapeutic bond, in the flow and the interaction between the counselor and the client, in the establishment of the therapeutic goals and in the effectiveness of the therapeutic outcome.