Countertransference: A Case Study

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Countertransference refers to occasions when the therapist responds to the client with cognitive emotional processes (i.e., expectations, beliefs or emotions) that are strongly influenced by personal experiences. These experiences can include childhood maltreatment, adult trauma or other upsetting events. Countertransference, whether positive or negative, must be monitored by the therapist as it can interfere with treatment by leading to a harmful clinical experience or processes that disrupt the treatment process (Briere & Scott, 2015). Briere and Scott (2015) state that one of the best preventative measures against countertransference problems is regular consultation with a clinician who is familiar with trauma issues. Another option is to

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