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Richards, Barbara M. – British Journal of Guidance & Counselling, 2000
Explores the experience of psychotherapists (N=100) working with suicidal patients. Findings indicate that suicidal patients can evoke intense feelings within the therapist. Commonly mentioned responses include feelings of hopelessness and helplessness and a sense of failure. Outlines measures vital to the support of therapists and discusses the…
Descriptors: Client Characteristics (Human Services), Counselor Attitudes, Counselor Client Relationship, Counselor Role