ipl-logo

Metaphors: The Process Of Counseling

349 Words2 Pages
It has been widely recognized that describing our emotions in words tends to be via non-literal language. (Edwards,1999; Fainsilber and Ortony,1987; Lubart and Getz,1997). Metaphors provide a way to describe what we find hard to express in words, such as emotions, by relating to concrete experiences in the world (Lakoff and Johnson, 2008). For example, a metaphorical expression such as “a knot in my stomach’ could be used to describe nervousness or anxiety. Clients’ metaphors often seem simple, but there is a depth to their role, and through recognition and mutual exploration, we are able gain an insight into their emotional inner world, thus leading to the facilitation of change. (wagener 2017) The process of counselling requires a focus
Open Document