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There are people who have benefited from therapy without being confronted with the past at all
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"There are people who have benefited from therapy without being confronted with the past at all"

- Alice Miller

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This quote by Alice Miller recommends that treatment can be beneficial without needing to delve into the past. This indicates that therapy can be used to assist individuals in the present, without needing to concentrate on the occasions of the past. It recommends that therapy can be used to assist individuals deal with existing issues, such as anxiety, depression, and other psychological health problems, without having to concentrate on the past. This could be beneficial for those who are not comfy discussing their past, or who may not want to relive painful memories. It could also be helpful for those who may not have access to their past, such as those who have experienced trauma or have been embraced. By focusing on the present, treatment can help individuals to establish coping strategies and construct resilience, without needing to confront the past.

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Switzerland Flag This quote is written / told by Alice Miller somewhere between January 12, 1923 and today. He/she was a famous Psychologist from Switzerland. The author also have 11 other quotes.

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