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Intersubjective processes in psychotherapy.

D H Frayn1

  • 1University of Toronto, Ontario.

Canadian Journal of Psychiatry. Revue Canadienne De Psychiatrie
|June 1, 1990
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Exploring intersubjective fields in therapy reveals how shared moments and affects, when verbalized, can resolve repetitive misunderstandings. This highlights the therapeutic value of clarifying mutual experiences between patient and therapist.

Area of Science:

  • Psychology
  • Psychotherapy
  • Intersubjectivity

Background:

  • The study of intersubjective fields is crucial in understanding the interplay between patient and therapist subjective realities.
  • Existing research often loosely bases this on infant-caregiver interaction models and empathic attunement.

Observation:

  • Dyadic interactional dynamics can be explored through various theoretical lenses, not solely self-psychology.
  • Focuses on the communication and clarification of shared mutuality and affects within the therapeutic dyad.

Findings:

  • Verbalizing significant moments of shared mutuality and affects can uncover underlying repetitive misunderstandings and expectations.
  • This process facilitates a deeper understanding of the intersubjective field created in therapy.

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Implications:

  • Therapeutic communication of affects and mutuality can lead to resolution of persistent relational patterns.
  • Offers a framework for analyzing and enhancing the therapeutic alliance through explicit discussion of shared experiences.