#30 - Whitney Schaffer: relational & interpersonal therapy

from How I Therapist · host Jacob Azia

In this episode of How I Therapist, we speak with Whitney Schaffer, a relational and interpersonal therapist. She shares her approach to therapy, emphasizing authenticity, emotional exploration, and boundary setting. She discusses her training, her philosophy of bringing her whole self into sessions, and practical insights on managing countertransference, enacting boundaries, and building a sustainable practice. Chapters 00:00 The Philosophy of Presence in Therapy 07:23 Navigating Training and Authenticity 13:49 The Importance of Relational Dynamics 19:41 Role-Playing for Insight 25:36 Exploring Sexual Transference 31:41 Trusting the Therapeutic Journey

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