1.In view of the fact that psychologists are human and therefore can have psychological disorders themselves, should those who have psychological disorders be allowed to practice as clinicians? Why or why not?
2. In what ways is talking with a trained therapist better than talking with a friend about one's problems?
3. As mentioned in our textbook on page 247, "The word psychotherapy means caring for another person's soul or being...." As such, it is important to take care to acquire the right psychotherapeutic relationship. How does one go about obtaining a good therapist, that is,
who will "take care of one's soul"?
4. Is psychotherapy effective? if so, for whom?