Therapeutic Alliance Test
I'm happy with how far I've come in my therapy journey.
Since beginning therapy, my symptoms have noticeably decreased.
My therapist and I have a clear path forward together.
I'm not convinced that therapy is making a difference for me.
Therapy has given me tools to cope with intense feelings.
My therapist and I are working well together toward my goals.
Even when sessions get uncomfortable, I trust it's part of growing.
Thanks to therapy, I can handle my everyday tasks more effectively.
My sleep has improved since I started therapy.
I feel confident about the goals we've set in therapy.
Therapy has encouraged me to exercise more regularly.
I'm managing my duties better with therapy's support.
My connections with others have strengthened through therapy.
I recognize my flaws but treat myself with kindness now.
Therapy has helped me make healthier food choices.
My therapist guides me toward achieving my personal ambitions.
I'm going through a big change, but therapy hasn't helped me move past feeling stuck.
I still feel empty, and therapy isn't changing that.
Physical issues like a fast heartbeat have eased since I began therapy.
Therapy has made me feel less afraid overall.
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What You Should Know
- A meta-analysis published in the Journal of Consulting and Clinical Psychology identified a significant and consistent correlation between therapy outcomes and the therapeutic alliance across various therapy modalities.
- For an alliance to work, people need to be honest and trust each other, and they need to be able to talk to each other well. This alliance is a good connection between you and your therapist.
- Your two-person team should agree on the treatment goals and the steps needed to reach them. If you can't agree, it won't help the outcome.
- A good therapeutic alliance can also break down. A client might want the therapist to give their opinion, but the therapist isn't doing that. This doesn't mean the alliance can't survive the break.
- The therapist might tell the client to look deeply into themselves, which could make them feel uncomfortable during sessions. But this feeling of unease is a sign that things are getting better.
Turn It Up a Notch
- Be honest: You know you have to be honest with yourself. Your therapist might notice a problem that you don't want to deal with.
- Ask yourself some questions: Do you need to change your goals?
- More progress: Is it possible for you to make even more progress with your therapist? Talk to your therapist about your game plan.
