A psychologist plays an important role in maintaining the mental health and well-being of a person in various spheres of life.

One of the mysterious aspects of psychological practice is therapeutic silence.

Psychologist Dana Yehorova explains why psychologists choose silence and how it can affect the therapy process. 

The psychologist notes that this is not just a lack of words, but an active and conscious process.

This method gives the patient the opportunity to immerse himself in inner experiences, to directly hear his thoughts and feelings.

Such a space for self-reflection helps to better understand one's own emotions and problems.

However, therapeutic silence can cause anxiety in some patients, especially those who are not used to such an experience.

This can increase feelings of insecurity or rejection.

Therefore, it is important that the psychologist is empathetic and sensitive to the reactions of his client.

Psychologists also use therapeutic silence to emphasize the importance of emotional support and understanding.

Simply being with the patient in silence can be the strongest sign of support and understanding.

It gives a feeling of safety and connection with the psychologist, even without using words.

Therapeutic silence / Photo: Credits

Therapeutic silence is a complex and effective tool in psychological work, which can provide the patient with space for self-reflection and development, emphasize the importance of emotional support and understanding. 

It is worth remembering that this method should be conscious and empathetic, taking into account the individual needs and reactions of each client.