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Feminist therapyFeminist therapy is a set of related therapies arising from the disparity between the origin of most psychological theories and the majority of people seeking counseling being female. It focuses on societal, cultural, and political causes and solutions to issues faced in the counseling process. It openly encourages the client to participate in the world in a more social and political way. Additional recommended knowledge
Shared concepts in feminist therapyFeminist therapy has emerged from the recognition that much of human suffering is a result of the unequal distribution of power in society, particularly based upon gender, race and ethnicity, class, dis/ability, sexual orientation, and so forth. These power differentials have been a factor in direct injuries such as sexual assault as well as indirect ones such as limited options. A feminist approach implies a commitment to social change. The practice of feminist therapy is thus politicized in both its theoretical understanding of the causes of injury as well as in its enactment. A collaborative and respectful working relationship is therefore at the foundation of feminist therapy. [1]
Principal styles of feminist therapiesThe principal styles noted here correspond to different types of feminism[2].
Goals of therapyFive principal goals of therapy exist[3]
Therapeutic strategiesThe following strategies are typical of feminist therapy[2].
Contributors to feminist therapy
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