ACA -CCPA 2016 Conference & Expo

ID #876-Assessing Interaction Processes and Opportunities for Deepening the Therapeutic Relationship (Room 210E, Poster 8)

03 Apr 16
9:00 AM - 9:30 AM

Tracks: Evidence-Based Practices, Multicultural and International Issues, Research

Speaker(s): Paul Peluso, Department Chair & Associate Professor, Florida Atlantic University; Patricia Diaz, Counselor, Self Employed; Robert Freund, Clinician, Self Employed; Andrew Baker, Clinician, Self Employed

This research aims to assess fundamental processes of the therapeutic relationship via observational coding. The current research seeks to present patterns of communication that deepen or fracture relational bonds in the therapeutic setting by applying Gottman’s coding system for bids and turning to clinical interaction. The researchers will present findings aimed at helping clinicians to capitalize on opportunities for relationship strengthening and maintaining therapeutic development.