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Group therapy with gender-dysphoric patients.

L M Lothstein

    American Journal of Psychotherapy
    |January 1, 1979
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    Summary

    This study evaluated expressive dynamic group psychotherapy for gender-dysphoric individuals over two years. It details therapeutic relationship stages, strategies, and group process challenges for effective treatment.

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    Area of Science:

    • Psychology
    • Psychiatry
    • Group Therapy

    Background:

    • Gender dysphoria requires specialized therapeutic interventions.
    • Dynamic group psychotherapy offers a framework for exploring complex emotional states.
    • Understanding the therapeutic relationship is crucial for treatment efficacy.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To describe a two-year study of expressive dynamic group psychotherapy.
    • To clinically evaluate distinct stages within the emergent therapeutic relationship.
    • To discuss strategies, goals, problems, and processes in this group therapy setting.

    Main Methods:

    • Utilized expressive dynamic group psychotherapy.
    • Conducted over a two-year period.
    • Involved clinical evaluation of the therapeutic relationship's stages.

    Main Results:

    • Identified and labeled two distinct stages in the therapeutic relationship.
    • Provided in-depth discussion of therapeutic strategies and goals.
    • Analyzed challenges and processes inherent in running such a group.

    Conclusions:

    • Expressive dynamic group psychotherapy is a viable modality for gender-dysphoric patients.
    • The emergent therapeutic relationship progresses through identifiable stages.
    • Effective group therapy requires careful attention to process, strategy, and potential challenges.

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