Posted by DaisyM on January 19, 2004, at 12:33:35
In reply to Encouraging transference?, posted by All Done on January 19, 2004, at 1:01:52
I think transference isn't encouraged as much as attachment is encouraged. Mirroring is one way to enhance a connectioning. There is also side-by-side experiences, perhaps things you might have done with a parent but didn't get to and i think it is called twining - where yuu begin to imitate your Therapist as a way of defining your self. All of these things enhance your ability to be stronger and "find" your true self.
I've noticed very distinct differences in my son's Therapist, who does it very overtly, as you have to do most things with kids, and mine, who is more subtle.
I've been reading about differentiation of self. It is a hard concept to grasp completely. It is sort of looking at who you might be outside of your current relationships. It is interesting to think about...who completes you, who takes away from you....is there any real "you" left?
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