PARTICIPANTS NEEDED
Merriam-Webster Dictionary defines metaphor as a word or phrase for one thing that is used to refer to another thing to show or suggest that they are similar. Analogies or creative stories (such as events within novels, tv shows, movies, etc.) can be considered therapeutic metaphors when they are used by a counselor to assist a client within the therapy process.
Participants are needed for a research study to explore the use of metaphor with LGBTQ+ counseling clients. To participate in the study, you would need to have been previously a client within individual therapy (i. e., not couples or family therapy). You must also be able to clearly remember the metaphor(s) that was used within your therapy.
You may be eligible if you:
- Identify as LGBTQ+
- Over 18 years of age
- Previously a client in individual therapy in the Midwest
- Experienced the use of metaphor within at least two sessions of the therapy
Please Note: any previous relationship or connection to either of the researchers will disqualify you from participating in the study.
What you should expect:
- A recorded interview 60-minute interview on Zoom that will include questions about your experiences in therapy in general, and specifically how you experienced the use of metaphor in therapy.
- Two examples of questions you will be asked in the interview are:
“Has a metaphor used in therapy either helped conceptualize a problem or helped you grow?”
“How have you felt about the use of metaphor in therapy?”
- One 15- to 30- minute follow-up interview.
- You will also be asked to respond to a supplemental email with questions about your experiences of metaphor in therapy.
- Participation is completely voluntary, and you may end the interview at any time.
- Your participation and information will be kept confidential.
*This interview is not counseling and should not be mistaken for a therapy session*
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