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Area of Science:

  • Psychology
  • Psychotherapy

Background:

  • Perfectionism is a core personality vulnerability factor linked to various dysfunctions.
  • Treating transdiagnostic processes and core vulnerabilities is a key research area.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe the application of group dynamic-relational psychotherapy for treating perfectionism.
  • To present a model of perfectionism and its psychodynamic and relational underpinnings.

Main Methods:

  • Developed an evidence-based integrative group treatment over three decades.
  • Integrated psychodynamic and interpersonal perspectives and therapeutic approaches.
  • Described the therapy's application through four phases of group development: engagement and pseudo attachment, pattern interruption, self-redefinition/painful authenticity, and termination.

Main Results:

  • Illustrative case material demonstrates the therapy's application.
  • Accumulating evidence supports the effectiveness and efficacy of dynamic-relational therapy.

Conclusions:

  • Group dynamic-relational psychotherapy offers a structured approach to treating perfectionism.
  • The treatment targets the psychodynamic and relational factors contributing to perfectionism.