Abstract
Objective:
This is the second of two papers focusing on the need for a broader view of contemporary psychotherapy training.
Conclusion:
Some preliminary suggestions for affective or “right-brain” training, including supervision for psychotherapy with patients with developmental trauma and Balint-style groups are made.
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