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WORKING WITH RELIGION: OFTEN NEGLECTED ASPECTS OF TRANSFERENCE AND COUNTERTRANSFERENCE
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American Journal of Psychoanalysis
|February 15, 2019
Summary
Psychoanalytic theory historically dismissed religious beliefs. Including religious factors in psychotherapy is crucial for addressing transference and countertransference dynamics effectively.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Psychoanalytic Theory
- Psychotherapy
Background:
- Psychoanalytic theory traditionally viewed religious beliefs as immature or pathological.
- This perspective led to the neglect of religion in psychoanalysis and avoidance by patients.
- Evolving views include psychoanalytic training in religious institutes and viewing psychoanalysis as a religion.
Purpose of the Study:
- To argue for the inclusion of religious beliefs in psychotherapy.
- To highlight how religious issues impact transference and countertransference.
- To demonstrate the clinical relevance of discussing religious beliefs in therapy.
Main Methods:
- The study presents a theoretical argument.
- Clinical case material is used for illustration.
- The author draws on psychoanalytic theory and clinical experience.
Main Results:
- Psychoanalytic theory's historical dismissal of religion has clinical implications.
- Religious beliefs can significantly influence transference and countertransference dynamics.
- Ignoring religious issues can lead to overlooked therapeutic impasses.
Conclusions:
- Religious beliefs should be integrated into psychotherapeutic practice.
- Addressing religious issues is essential for comprehensive psychoanalytic treatment.
- Clinical material illustrates the necessity of discussing religion in therapy.
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