02/12/2026
The Six Levels of Validation
Validation is not agreement.Validation is communicating: “Your experience makes sense.” It moves from simple attention to deep relational authenticity. Level One: Stay Awake and Pay Attentio This is the foundation. You demonstrate attention through: Eye contact Nodding Leaning forward Asking open-ended questions Verbal encouragers (“I see.” “Uh-huh.” “Then what happened?”) This level says: “You matter enough for me to focus on.”...
Professional insights on The Six Levels of Validation to support mental health and emotional wellness.