Module 2

Conclusion

Module 2

Conclusion

“To love is to establish a space designated fully for listening to another’s experience with an open heart. It is through this listening that empathy is nourished and felt. Healing comes out of this space.”

–Marcela Ot’alora, MAPS trainer, supervisor, and researcher (Lafrance & Uy, 2021)

Module Summary

This week we learned about the Numinus Therapeutic Stance, which includes:

  • Inner-directed therapy

  • Unconditional positive regard

  • Love

  • Empathetic abiding presence and listening

  • Being grounded, self-regulated, and aligned

  • Orientation towards phenomenology

  • Relationship-centered care

  • Appreciation for human suffering

  • Health professional self-awareness

We also learned about some key considerations for working in a co-therapy dyad, including how to build a relationship with your co-facilitator and how to debrief with each other as a method of continual improvement. Finally, we learned about attachment theory, and we introduced the role of setting in establishing a positive healing environment.

Assessment Reminders

The following assessments are due shortly.

See the Course Schedule for specific due dates.

Weekly Reflective Practice

As you progress throughout your week, reflect on the following question(s). There is no required written response, rather it is a key takeaway to reflect on. If you would like, you can share your response on Flip.

As you continue about your week, consider the therapeutic stance discussed this week. Reflect on what aspects of the therapeutic relationship that you are already doing well. Also reflect on what aspects may be the most challenging for you to encompass. How do you imagine cultivating these therapeutic qualities? Consider writing these down to revisit at a later time.

References

Lafrance, A., & Uy, P. (2021). Love and Psychedelic Psychotherapy: Bridging the Divide. Chacruna. https://chacruna.net/love-psychedelic-psychotherapy/