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An object relations perspective on couples group therapy

B G Feld1

  • 1Mt. Sinai School of Medicine, USA.

International Journal of Group Psychotherapy
|July 1, 1997
PubMed
Summary

This couples group therapy approach utilizes object relations theory to enhance relational systems. Group therapy offers a resilient environment for couples to understand projective identifications and improve interaction.

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Area of Science:

  • Psychology
  • Psychotherapy
  • Group Therapy

Background:

  • Object relations theory provides a framework for understanding couple dynamics.
  • Focuses on the impact of relational systems on individual development.
  • Highlights the importance of attachment in personal growth.

Observation:

  • Couples group therapy integrates analytic object relations concepts.
  • Key concepts include transference, countertransference, projective identification, containment, and the holding environment.
  • Object relations theory is deemed highly applicable to couple interaction due to its two-person psychology focus.

Findings:

  • Group therapy serves as a resilient holding environment for couples.
  • Facilitates understanding and containment of projective identifications.
  • Enables redefinition of power dynamics and reduction of couple isolation.
  • Promotes more versatile couple responses and improved interaction.

Implications:

  • This model offers a structured approach for couples group therapy.
  • Enhances therapeutic outcomes by leveraging group dynamics and object relations principles.
  • Provides a valuable resource for clinicians working with couples.

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