Relationship Repair: Learn how to help clients access the healing power of apologies.

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Title: Relationship Repair: Learn how to help clients access the healing power of apologies.
Authors: Chadwick, Dara
Source: Counseling Today. Mar2026, Vol. 69 Issue 2, p34-37. 4p.
Subject Terms: *Counseling, *Conflict management, Apologizing, Reconciliation, Guilt (Psychology)
Abstract: The article focuses on relationship repair through effective apologies as a counseling tool for healing conflict and rebuilding connections. Topics include guidance from professional counselors including Mark Verber, Erika Labuzan‑Lopez and Stephen Ratcliff on distinguishing guilt from shame, crafting meaningful apologies and coping when apologies are not received.
Database: Education Research Complete
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Abstract:The article focuses on relationship repair through effective apologies as a counseling tool for healing conflict and rebuilding connections. Topics include guidance from professional counselors including Mark Verber, Erika Labuzan‑Lopez and Stephen Ratcliff on distinguishing guilt from shame, crafting meaningful apologies and coping when apologies are not received.
ISSN:10788719