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• If the client asks what happened or if you see that the client is confused or
apologetic – provide a simple explanation of triggered somatic memory
and emotional response to a degree that will satisfy the client
• If the client still seems unsettled and is having difficulty coping with their
experience, a conversation around referral out for counseling may be
required
• Do not exceed your therapeutic comfort level as this puts both the client
and you at risk – if you find yourself in a situation where the client’s
emotional response to treatment is beyond what you can handle, do your
best in-the-moment to navigate. When treatment has concluded have an
honest conversation with the client about this and discuss the possibility
of referral out to another therapist in a way that supports the client’s
needs and does not imply that they have done something inappropriate
or wrong
Adapted from Fritz 2013, Andrade 2013 and Fitch 2014.
MTs are not trained in psychotherapy. However, therapeutic listening skills and
compassionate response are important components in MT. It is important to note
that we stay within our professional scope of practice and training when
attending to the client and recognize when a referral for psychological
care/counseling is appropriate.