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Re: Unexpected reaction » vwoolf

Posted by happykat on December 5, 2006, at 15:41:54

In reply to Unexpected reaction, posted by vwoolf on December 5, 2006, at 13:53:57

Hi vwoolf,

Maybe she was having a countertransference reaction. Obviously she lost her cool. I think most therapist are pretty good about keeping their emotions under control.

I just spent time outlining my transference issues to my T and she reminded me that it is a two way street that therapists also react to clients whether consciously or not. Or maybe she was just having a bad day?

Do your transference issues involve abandonment or rejection issues? Maybe part of you is feeling frightened because she actually got up and walked out leaving you alone. If my therapist did that I would probably feel abandoned (but those are my issues). I see my T as being steadfast, consistent and unwavering in her support and when she fails to meet my standards I get upset.

Walking out was definitely unwarranted unless she was trying to provoke a particular response from you. At least she owned up to her actions.

Good Luck,
happykat :)


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