Abstract
This paper discussed the relationships between therapist’s empathy, attachment between therapist and client, and therapeutic alliance in a neurobiological context. There are some interrelated areas of brain function such as mirror neurons, the middle prefrontal cortex, and the ventrolateral prefrontal cortex regarding the relationships between empathy, attachment between therapist and clients, and therapeutic alliance. Clinical implications were also discussed. Understanding the interrelationships between therapist’s empathy, attachment, and therapeutic alliance in therapy in brain function may contribute to better treatment for clients. Also, a therapist may have more confidence based on understandings of these interrelationships.
Highlights
A therapist’s ability to provide empathy may develop an attachment between the therapist and their client, which may build a strong therapeutic alliance
This study suggested that interrelationships among the three elements in neurobiological function show that therapist’s empathy, attachment, and therapeutic alliance are influenced by one another
This study explored the relationship between therapist’s empathy, attachment, and therapeutic alliance from a neurobiological perspective
Summary
A therapist’s ability to provide empathy may develop an attachment between the therapist and their client, which may build a strong therapeutic alliance. These interrelationships in neurobiology means that the areas of the brain that function empathy, attachment, and therapeutic alliances may work together in the process of therapy. A therapist’s empathic understanding may provide responsiveness with their clients, which leads to a secure base in therapy.
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