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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)” quote by Dennis Lehane
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“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)”

Dennis Lehane

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.

Key Takeaway

Listen with respect.

Themes

therapy communication respect

Mood

thoughtful clinical

Type

therapeutic educational

When to use this quote

  • counseling sessions
  • training workshops
  • clinical practice

Key Concepts

psychology interpersonal skills patient care

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can respect be balanced with professional boundaries?
  • What other skills complement listening?
A Different Perspective

May oversimplify complex mental health issues.

2.8 out of 5 (4 ratings)

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