A non-dominant hand writing exercise demonstrating functional analytic psychotherapy
This video, led by functional analytic psychotherapy (FAP) founder Mavis Tsai, demonstrates a unique experiential exercise using non-dominant hand writing to unlock raw, primal emotions and uncover core struggles and dreams. With Joe acting as the client you can see how this powerful exercise can strip away pre-tense and help participants connect with their authentic selves.
Mavis and Joe navigate a deeply meaningful session that invites honesty and vulnerability while exploring longing, fear, and courage. This can help us as practitioners to build therapist/client connection and nurture emotional growth.
MAVIS TSAI is a clinical psychologist and senior research scientist at the University of Washington’s Center for Science of Social Connection. She is the co-creator, with the late Robert Kohlenberg, PhD, ABPP, of Functional Analytic Psychotherapy (FAP), a treatment that harnesses the power of the therapeutic relationship to transform clients’ lives.