Show Notes
In this episode, we’re talking about a dynamic that (dare we say) all therapists are familiar with: working with clients who over-intellectualize. We explore why some clients show up to therapy in their heads while disconnected to their bodies and emotions, and how intellectualizing is both foundational and a block to good therapeutic work. We talk about the common pitfalls therapists fall into, especially when it feels satisfying or productive to stay in the intellectual space. We also ...
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