Lambilos Therapy and Cultural Sensitivity in Counseling

Flashcards focusing on key terms and concepts related to Lambilos Therapy and its cultural significance in counseling.

Lambilos Therapy

An indigenous Filipino psychotherapy approach emphasizing nonverbal communication, emotional warmth, and culturally grounded ways of relating.

Pakikipagkapwa

A Filipino value focusing on building trust and relational safety through warmth and authenticity.

Lambing

An expression of affection and warmth that shows care, often involving nonverbal gestures like playful caresses.

Biro

Light humor or teasing used in therapy to reduce tension and build rapport.

Haplos

Gentle touch or soothing contact that provides reassurance in a therapeutic context.

Cultural sensitivity

The practice of being aware of and respecting cultural differences, especially in therapeutic practices.

Emotional attunement

The process of observing and responding to a client's nonverbal cues to understand their emotions better.

Facilitating expression

Encouraging clients to express feelings through storytelling or creative means rather than forcing verbal articulation.

Therapeutic humor

The use of appropriate humor in therapy to create connection and lighten emotional burdens.

Gestures of affection

Nonverbal displays of warmth, such as gentle touches or kind words, that enhance therapeutic relationships.