Empathy and Mental Health: An Integral Model for Developing Therapeutic Skills in Counseling and Psychotherapy

Abstract

Author: Arthur J. Clark

Publication: London: Routledge 2023

Paperback Pages: 202 Price: £ 25.59

ISBN: 9780367764371

Empathy is the ability to understand and share the feelings of another person. It involves putting oneself in someone else's shoes, emotionally connecting with their experiences, and comprehending their perspective. Empathy goes beyond simple intellectual understanding; it includes a genuine emotional resonance and an acknowledgment of the other person's emotional state. This capacity for empathy is essential in various aspects of human interaction, particularly in relationships, communication, and, as emphasized in "Empathy and Mental Health," in the field of counseling and psychotherapy. It forms the basis for compassion, cooperation, and the establishment of meaningful connections with others.