How is the technique implemented?
The empty chair is another technique that requires the establishment of rapport before being used. There is a general six step process how this process works. First, let the client know why you are using this technique. Second, deepen the experience. That is, find out the strongest feeling the client has. Third, express that feeling. Next, reverse or counter express the two sides of the conflict. Fifth, switch roles. Sixth, create an action plan.
What type of situation can the technique be applied to?
The empty chair technique can be especially useful whenever a client is struggling to see the side of the person they are having a conflict with. This technique is probably more beneficial to adolescent clients than any other because they are more willing to express their emotions and perhaps see the other side quickly.
What is your opinion of the technique?
I think the empty chair technique is only as effective as the counselor-client relationship. If the client is unwilling to share and does not respect the counselor, this technique will be mocked. However, if there is established rapport the counselor may get down to the real substance of the conflict by hearing the client express emotion.
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