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Transference, transference interpretations, and transference-focused psychotherapies.

Kenneth N Levy1, J Wesley Scala

  • 1Department of Psychology, Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA 16802, USA. klevy@psu.edu

Psychotherapy (Chicago, Ill.)
|September 12, 2012
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This review examines empirical evidence on transference in psychotherapy. Findings support transference as a dynamic process, impacting psychoanalysis and general therapy practices.

Area of Science:

  • Psychology
  • Psychotherapy Research

Background:

  • Transference is a controversial concept in psychoanalysis and psychotherapy.
  • Its interpretations and applications have generated debate across therapeutic orientations.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review empirical evidence on transference and its interpretations.
  • To discuss the implications of this evidence for psychoanalysis, psychodynamic psychotherapy, and therapy in general.

Main Methods:

  • Historical and contextual overview of transference.
  • Review of empirical evidence from basic psychological research.
  • Examination of psychotherapy research findings on transference interpretations.

Main Results:

  • Evidence from basic psychology aligns with social-cognitive and information processing models.

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  • Findings suggest transference may involve conflict and defensive processes.
  • Psychotherapy research supports the use of transference interpretations and transference-focused therapies.

    • Conclusions:

    • Empirical evidence supports the concept of transference as a dynamic process.
    • Findings have significant implications for clinical practice in various psychotherapies.
    • The review bridges basic research and clinical application of transference concepts.