Communication Skills to Develop a Therapeutic Alliance in Healthcare

This presentation focuses on communication skills and their crucial role in developing therapeutic alliances within healthcare settings. It defines communication and therapeutic alliances, emphasizing their importance for positive patient outcomes and satisfaction. The presentation outlines various communication skills essential for healthcare professionals, including active listening, asking open-ended questions, clarifying information, and understanding non-verbal cues. It also delves into motivational interviewing, a psychotherapeutic method that encourages patients to identify their goals and make positive changes. The presentation highlights how nurses can utilize therapeutic communication in their practice through active listening, questioning, and appropriate body language. The conclusion stresses the significance of communication skills in building strong patient-provider relationships and improving the overall healthcare experience. References from various sources support the information provided.