103 Managing Countertransference: How to Turn It into a Powerful Tool in Therapy

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What happens when your client's behavior stirs up unexpected emotions within you? Join us as Dr. Kate Walker shares her profound insights into countertransference in therapy, unraveling how therapists' unconscious emotional reactions, influenced by their personal histories, can impact their therapeutic relationships. Learn how to transform these reactions from potential obstacles into powerful tools that enhance your practice. Dr. Walker's relatable analogies and practical examples, like the grape jelly-smeared projector, will help you recognize and manage your own emotional responses more effectively.
In this episode, we also dive into real-life scenarios where countertransference can manifest, such as a client reminding a therapist of their own family member. Discover practical techniques such as genograms and recommended readings like "The Dance of Anger" that can deepen your understanding of your emotional responses. Whether you're a new counselor or a seasoned professional, this discussion equips you with the confidence and strategies to clear your mental "projector" and better support your clients. Don't miss out on these invaluable insights that can take your therapeutic skills to the next level.

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1. Teaser snippet (00:00:00)

2. Intro jingle (00:00:28)

3. Episode intro (00:01:18)

4. Main Episode Part 1 (00:02:06)

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6. Main Episode Part 2 (00:16:11)