ABSTRACT
Introduction This chapter examines the use of expressive and explorative writing for reflective practice for professional and personal development. It draws upon my own (Gillie Bolton) experience running groups for therapists, counsellors, clinical psychologists and other clinicians. It also draws upon practising psychotherapists Heather Allan and Helen Drucquer’s experience of using writing for their own reflections upon practice. The processes of writing, and making reflective use of that writing, are examined, and examples of writing and their effect are given.
