I recently had a counseling session and experienced firsthand the amazing phenomena that Ms. Wu Zhihong describes in her book The Body Knows the Answer - my counselor said he was physically sensitive, that he would react with a swollen head or something like that when I spoke, and that he would guide my subconscious mind when I was vague about the direction of the counseling, helping me to figure out what I really wanted to counsel.
I'm particularly curious as to what school of counseling this approach, which focuses on physical sensations and evoking the subconscious mind, belongs to. In other words, if I want to find a counselor who specializes in this approach, how do I screen for it?
Hello friend ~ From your description, it appears that the counselor used some techniques that combine body perception and subconscious exploration. This approach may involve several different schools of psychotherapy, the more relevant of which include:
Somatic Therapy: This type of therapy emphasizes the close connection between the body and emotional and mental states. The counselor helps the visitor to better understand and deal with emotional problems by observing and feeling his or her own body's reactions.
Humanistic Therapy: Particularly existential in orientation, this school focuses on the individual's self-awareness and personal experience. The counselor will encourage the visitor to delve into the inner world, including exploring the contents of the subconscious mind.
Psychoanalysis and Jungian Analysis: These methods emphasize the role of the subconscious mind, which is evoked through free association, dream analysis, and so on, thus helping the visitor to understand his or her own emotions and behavioral patterns.
If you want to keep looking for a counselor who uses a similar approach, consider the following:
First, inquire about the counselor's background and area of expertise. You can check to see if keywords such as mind-body therapy, humanistic therapy, or psychoanalysis are mentioned in their profile. If they specialize in these areas, it is likely that they will be able to provide counseling services similar to what you have experienced before.
Initial communication with the counselor. Before choosing a new counselor, schedule an initial consultation or phone call to ask them directly if they use body perception and subconscious exploration methods and exactly how they apply these techniques.
Refer to other people's recommendations and reviews. Many counseling platforms have user feedback that can help you understand the experiences of other visitors so you can make a more informed choice.
Finding the right counselor takes a little time and patience, but once you meet the right person, they can help you further explore and resolve your inner issues. I wish you much growth and inspiration in the process. 💞