Anniversary reactions in therapists
Abstract
The authors provide three case examples of anniversary reactions in psychotherapists evoked in the course of treating patients. They note that psychotherapy has always been discussed in terms of time and phases, which lend themselves to periodicities and may provide the potential for anniversary phenomena. The authors recommend that therapists be aware of such phenomena; monitor their own losses, defenses, and dreams; and continue their own supervision. Possible positive aspects of identification of therapists' anniversary reactions are increased empathy with patients and help in completing unresolved therapeutic and personal issues.
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