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Feminist theory is the extension of feminism into theoretical, fictional, or philosophical discourse. ... One major psychological theory, relational-cultural theory, ...
Relational-cultural theory, and by extension, relational-cultural therapy (RCT) stems from the work of Jean Baker Miller, M.D. Often, relational-cultural theory is aligned with the feminist and or multicultural movements in psychology. In fact, RCT embraces many social justice aspects from these movements.
Jean Baker Miller (1927–2006) was a psychiatrist, psychoanalyst, social activist, feminist, and author. She wrote Toward a New Psychology of Women, which brings psychological thought together with relational-cultural theory. [1]
A Relational-Cultural Perspective in Therapy (2002) In F. Kazlow (ed) Comprehensive handbook of psychotherapy (Vol 3, pp233–254). The Complexity of Connection (2004) with Walker, M. and Hartling, L. Recent Developments in Relational-Cultural Theory (2008) In Women And Therapy: A Feminist Quarterly, 31(2)(2/3/4). Relational-Cultural Therapy ...
[33] Inspired by Betty Friedan's Feminine Mystique, and other feminist classics from the 1960s, relational-cultural theory proposes that "isolation is one of the most damaging human experiences and is best treated by reconnecting with other people", and that therapists should "foster an atmosphere of empathy and acceptance for the patient, even ...
Contemporary standpoint feminist theory perceives that it is "a relational standpoint, rather than arising inevitably from the experience of women" [8] (see difference feminism). Standpoint feminists have recently argued that individuals are both oppressed in some situations and in relation to some people while at the same time are privileged ...
In terms of international relations (IR) theory, a feminist approach is grouped in the broad category of theoretical approaches known as reflectivism, representing a divergence from approaches adhering to a rationalist outlook based on the premises of rational choice theory; reflectivist approaches, which also include constructivism, post ...
Feminist therapy theory is always being revised and added to as social contexts change and the discourse develops. [4] The therapist always retains accountability. [4] The feminist therapy model is non-victim blaming. [3] The client's well-being is the leading principle in all aspects of therapy. [4]