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On the edge: the psychoanalyst's transference.

Aira Laine1

  • 1Purokatu 9, FIN-20810 Turku, Finland. laine.aira@kolumbus.fi

The International Journal of Psycho-Analysis
|October 3, 2007
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This study differentiates psychoanalyst transference from countertransference, introducing a new

Area of Science:

  • Psychoanalysis
  • Psychology
  • Psychotherapy

Background:

  • Countertransference is a pivotal concept in psychoanalytic theory and practice.
  • Existing literature presents varied interpretations of countertransference.
  • Distinguishing analyst transference from countertransference remains a challenge.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To delineate the psychoanalyst's transference from countertransference within the analytic process.
  • To explore the analyst's transference through the lenses of narcissism, regression profile, and life phase.
  • To introduce and validate the concept of 'regression profile' for understanding analyst transference.

Main Methods:

  • Conceptual differentiation between transference and countertransference.
  • Exploration of analyst transference using three distinct frameworks: narcissism, regression profile, and life phase.

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    • Main Results:

    • The study proposes a framework to differentiate analyst transference and countertransference.
    • The concept of 'regression profile' is introduced as a novel tool for analyzing analyst transference.
    • Clinical examples demonstrate the practical application of these concepts.

    Conclusions:

    • Clearer differentiation between analyst transference and countertransference is achievable.
    • The 'regression profile' offers valuable insights into the analyst's subjective experience.
    • Understanding these dynamics is crucial for effective psychoanalytic work.