Our self-image is made up of all the beliefs we have about ourselves. Our self-image determines how we present ourselves to the world. It affects what we think we can accomplish professionally. It affect our choices in personal and professional relationships. If you have a positive self- image you see yourself as someone worthy and capable of reaching goals and achieving success Waitley, D. (2010 p.63) This quote applies to my thesis statement because in order for me to be an effective psychologist I must uphold a positive self-image. The reason I must up hold a positive self-image is because my clients will look at me and see how I uphold myself. And if I want to be an effective psychologist I must give off a very good self-image. I must showcase that I fully understand my inner internal communications and that I am fit to help them understand theirs. If I don’t give off a very positive self- image then I wouldn’t be a very effective …show more content…
Recognizing stereotypes, biases and cultural and gender differences are part of the self-awareness process. So is our desire for acceptance and client success; “needing our clients to like us and to do well may be sign of trouble, however. Self-awareness then is a particular critical process for helpers because it assists them in understanding and changing their attitudes and feelings that may hinder helping. The importance of self-acceptance is underscored by the helper’s use of self in the helping process Woodside, M., & McClam, T. (2011