In this episode of How I Therapist, we speak with Whitney Schaffer, a relational and interpersonal therapist. She shares her approach to therapy, emphasizing authenticity, emotional exploration, and boundary setting. She discusses her training, her philosophy of bringing her whole self into sessions, and practical insights on managing countertransference, enacting boundaries, and building a sustainable practice.

Chapters

00:00 The Philosophy of Presence in Therapy

07:23 Navigating Training and Authenticity

13:49 The Importance of Relational Dynamics

19:41 Role-Playing for Insight

25:36 Exploring Sexual Transference

31:41 Trusting the Therapeutic Journey