Abstract
ABSTRACT In response to the ongoing and unresolved debate about expertise in psychotherapy, and in the context of this special issue, this article contends that Bernie Neville would argue that expertise in psychotherapy is more likely to be indicated by the quality of the therapeutic relationship than by the therapist’s specific methods or techniques. His teaching and research in education and psychotherapy was firmly grounded in humanistic-existential theory with a strong Rogerian orientation. Creativity was a hallmark of his work in education; for example, he deployed the myths of the ancient Greek gods to encourage students and practitioners to critically analyze and imaginatively understand being in the world. In this article, I also point to how the gods informed his thinking in relation to humanistic-existential themes concerning the precariousness of existence, to evidence-based psychotherapy relationships, and to the ‘Master Therapist’ model whereby the quest for expertise in psychotherapy is typically a dynamic process beset with paradox and ambiguity.
Published Version
Talk to us
Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have
Schedule a callDisclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.
