What does the “rescue fantasy” refer to in the
context of trauma therapy?

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When therapists approach trauma work too
quickly, without first building trust, safety, and containment

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A belief that trauma can be fully healed through
insight alone

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A therapeutic technique aimed at helping clients
reimagine their trauma narratives with empowering outcomes

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When clients idealize their therapist as a
saviour figure during early sessions

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