Relational-Cultural Therapy combats the central relational paradox by creating relationships where individuals can bring their full selves into connection, fostering healing through mutual empathy and authenticity.
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One True Thing offers a way to navigate challenging conversations and disagreements without sacrificing integrity, shutting down, or lashing out.
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Relational-Cultural Theory embraces trans and gender-expansive identities and implores others to commit to an expansive understanding of gender.
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Therapeutic Flow in RCT: a mindful approach to healing Relational-Cultural Theory (RCT) views therapy as a complex flow that emphasizes presence over manualized interventions. Therapy involves establishing a safe relationship where the client feels a sense of supported vulnerability. The beginning sessions involve affirming the client’s experience and coping strategies so far. We honor Strategies of Disconnection/Strategies of Survival that have helped our clients get this far. Demystifying Therapy RCT emphasizes a power-with approach to […]
Read moreOur upcoming free RCT Learning Circle will be announced at our Relational Summit in September. For more information, click here! Join us for an Relational-Cultural Therapy training session covering relational assessment, initial sessions, and consultation calls. We assess current and past relational patterns and skills, barriers to connection, and personal and/or cultural trauma, while creating a safe place for our relationship to grow. RCT seeks to initiate healing through growth-fostering relationships. As clinicians, we need […]
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These essentialist beliefs not only oversimplify gender but create a social ladder where some are seen as ‘more correct’ or ‘normal’ than others, impacting how we connect with each other. RCT thrives in complexity and challenges. It encourages us to explore tough concepts and dismantle social hierarchies, including those born from essentialist viewpoints.
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Just as RCT challenges the cultural imperatives of individuation that isolate marginalized people, it challenges us to expand our understanding of human connection beyond the gender binary.
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These are some excellent starting points, with the caveat that we are all works in progress, as is the journey into a deeper understanding of gender identity. Best practices involve continuing to learn and grow, allowing curiosity and connection to guide you.
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The CARE assessment, by Dr. Amy Banks, is a practical way to apply Relational-Cultural Therapy to your life by answering 20 short questions.
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Supported Vulnerability is a foundational concept in RCT. It refers to the conditions that allow emotional risks within a relationship, trusting the other person to respond with empathy and acceptance.
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