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Or  The Surprising Parallels Between Psychotherapy and Physical Therapy I extend sincere gratitude to Dr. Arnon Rolnick for his valuable contributions to this post, and to my physiotherapist Ron Maimon and his excellent team, for not only facilitating my physical healing but also providing the inspirational spark for these insights.   As I lay on the physiotherapy treatment bed, the therapist working on my neck explained that he doesn't aim to directly 'repair' people, but rather supports the natural healing processes of the body. He mentioned that while the slipped discs were a factor, the root issue was the broader patterns of physical rigidity and lack of fluid movement perpetuating my pain and dysfunction. His words struck a chord with me as a psychotherapist, making me reflect on the many parallels between our two fields. In exploring the worlds of psychotherapy and physical therapy, one begins to notice some striking similarities between these two healing modalities.

  In brief As a therapist, understanding the world of affective neuroscience offers tremendous benefits. This post delves into the neural mechanisms behind emotions and affect, providing valuable insights for therapeutic practice. By recognizing the distinction between affect (immediate responses) and emotions (complex experiences), we can gain a deeper understanding of our client’s emotional experience. Exploring the attention spotlight and the salience network reveals the relationship between emotions, affect and attention. Moreover, understanding the ability to control attention towards affect and emotions empowers therapists to help clients develop emotional regulation skills and enhance their well-being. I hope reading this post may generate curiosity and raise awareness about the relevance of neuroscience in the field of psychotherapy, recognizing that many therapists may not be familiar with this connection. Closer Look The field of affective neuroscience studies the n