Exploring the Power of Therapeutic Humour Through the Lens of Two-Eyed Seeing
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Authors
Fagan, Mary
Issue Date
2025-06-05
Type
Capstone
Language
en
Keywords
Two-Eyed Seeing , therapeutic rapport , joy deficit , therapeutic humour , queer joy , cultural humility
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This capstone examines the therapeutic use of humour as a powerful yet underexplored tool for building rapport in psychotherapy. Using the lens of Two-Eyed Seeing, Indigenous knowledge systems can be integrated with Western psychological research to highlight humour’s relational, cultural, and healing potential. The paper critiques the "joy deficit" in Western clinical practice and presents humour as a meaningful intervention that fosters connection, reduces power imbalances, and supports emotional well-being. Ethical considerations and cultural humility are emphasized throughout, advocating for a more inclusive and relational approach to therapy.
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Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivs 3.0 United States
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