Believe Quote by Dennis Lehane
“Believe it or not, Marshal, I believe in talk therapy, basic interpersonal skills. I have this radical idea that if you treat a patient with respect and listen to what he's trying to tell you, you just might reach him. (87)”
About This Quote
Source Novel: “The Given” (fictional), 2018
He argues that respectful listening and basic interpersonal skills in therapy can help reach patients.
In simple terms: Respectful listening in therapy can help patients.
Listen with respect.
Themes
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When to use this quote
- counseling sessions
- training workshops
- clinical practice
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can respect be balanced with professional boundaries?
- What other skills complement listening?
May oversimplify complex mental health issues.