This one is for the professional helpers. The article was commissioned by the Crisis and Trauma Resource Institute (CTRI). When I’m not providing sex therapy, I work as a trainer for CTRI. I facilitate mental health workshops across the country for social workers and social service workers.
What follows are 3 relationship dynamics that you may recognize in those you support. This knowledge will help you better analyze the helper–client relationship and stop potential mishaps before they even happen.
If you would like to learn more on managing boundaries and relationships in the helping profession, you may enjoy my workshop on The Ethics of Helping – Boundaries and Relationships. Read my take here