Term ID: T5401

Therapeutic Confrontation

/therapeutic-confrontation/
Skillful challenging of client behaviors, thoughts, or defenses to promote awareness and change.
Example: Gently pointing out discrepancies between client's stated goals and actual behaviors in therapy.

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Reference: Egan (2014)