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Neurodiversity Affirmative Practice<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n
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\"Writer:\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 Sharen Lui\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0<\/span><\/span>Sep 6, 2022\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 <\/span>3 min read<\/span><\/div>\n
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An effective psychotherapeutic relationship is built on the foundation of adaptability and genuine empathy towards individuals and their unique needs. This requires therapists to approach their clients with respect and curiosity towards their backgrounds, cultures, experiences, communication styles, and attachment patterns. However, some traditional therapies, such as social skills training, may diverge from this fundamental principle of psychotherapy. Instead of focusing on the individual’s personal experiences and needs, these therapies may prioritize teaching a set of predetermined skills or behaviors, which may not necessarily be relevant or effective for everyone. This can result in a lack of personalized and meaningful therapy, which can hinder the client’s progress and growth.<\/div>\n
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NEURODIVERSITY-AFFIRMATIVE PRACTICES ARE:<\/span><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n
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