Vol. 46 (1) 2025 Neuro endocrinology letters

The use and misuse of power in cognitive-behavioral therapy, schema therapy, and supervision.

BACKGROUND: Power dynamics are fundamental to therapeutic and supervisory relationships in psychotherapy. In cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT) and schema therapy (ST), the therapist's power management can help the patient make positive changes. On the other hand, the abuse of power can undermine the patient's autonomy and worsen thera.....