In a survey by Hoyt, Siegelman and Schlesinger of ten therapists
experienced in working with deaf clients, the following special features
of therapy with the deaf were identified:

1. Therapists are more active and directive;
2. Interpretations are often made at less abstract level;
3. A wider range of communication techniques is used, including mime
and drawing;
4. More educative work may be required, e.g., the patient may need to
be taught basic concepts ;
5. Patients may need more practical support, like communication
devices;
6. Extensive consultation and collaboration with various social
agencies may be expected.


Sign Language Interpretation in Psychotherapy with Deaf Patients
Anne Porter
American Journal of Psychotherapy
Spring 1999; 53, 2; pg. 163-176








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