The Challenges Faced by the Counsellor Applying Person-Centered Therapy in an Arab Culture | ||
| International Journal of Learning Management Systems | ||
| Articles in Press, Accepted Manuscript, Available Online from 01 July 2022 PDF (672.26 K) | ||
| Document Type: Original Article | ||
| DOI: 10.18576//ijlms.2024.263259.1033 | ||
| Author | ||
| Nisreen Yacoub Mohamed* | ||
| Associated Professor, Department of Psychology, King Abdulaziz University,Saudi Arabia | ||
| Abstract | ||
| Abstract The aim of this research was to examine the application of person-centered therapy in Saudi Arabia to identify challenges. The researcher was the primary sample for the effect of the counselor. The researcher worked with 10 clients, 5 male and 5 female, in both group and individual therapy sessions. Heuristic and grounded theory have been used to analyze the qualitative data. The analysis of the sessions revealed 6 major challenges and conflicts. • First impression complex: In Saudi Arabia, there is a strong emphasis on first impressions. This can make it difficult for counselors to build rapport with clients and to create a safe and supportive environment. • Values differences: Saudi Arabia is a diverse society with a variety of religious and cultural values. This can make it difficult for counselors to understand and work with clients who have different values. • Ceiling for change: In Saudi Arabia, there is a belief that there is a ceiling for change. This can make it difficult for counselors to help clients achieve their goals. • Building and creating values before even being different from others: In Saudi Arabia, there is a focus on building and creating values before even being different from others. This can make it difficult for clients to explore their individuality and to make changes in their lives. | ||
| Keywords | ||
| The Challenges; the Counsellor; Therapy; Arab Culture | ||
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