Tuning of the self: in-session somatic support for vicarious trauma-related countertransference

2025-02-05 Classification：Dance Click()
Author：Andahazy, Anna

Article Title：Tuning of the self: in-session somatic support for vicarious trauma-related countertransference

Abstract：
Therapist countertransference reactions related to the phenomenon of vicarious trauma (VT) can be examined through polarising physiological responses. Through an integration of counselling and neuroscientific perspectives on empathy and traumatic countertransference, in-session somatic reactions are approached as valuable information sources. The VT field's research gaps regarding intersecting sociocultural identities of therapists and clients are centred in the proposed framework to examine hyper personalised and depersonalised countertransference polarisations. Awareness of somatic cultural countertransference and power dynamics is proposed as a way to prevent VT and uphold ethical standards of practice.

Keywords: Vicarious trauma; countertransference; dance movement therapy; body psychotherapy

DOI: 10.1080/17432979.2019.1577758

Source：BODY MOVEMENT AND DANCE IN PSYCHOTHERAPY

Welcome to correct the error, please contact email: humanisticspider@gmail.com

Related Reading

From Paragone to Symbiosis. Sensations of In-Betweenness in Sally Potter's The Tango LessonFrom Paragone to Symbiosis. Sensations of In-Betweenness in Sally Potter's The Tango Lesson
Ensemble practices in the arts: A reflective matrix to enhance team work and collaborative learningEnsemble practices in the arts: A reflective matrix to enhance team work and collaborative learning
Russia and the creation of jazz in the British everyday imaginaryRussia and the creation of jazz in the British everyday imaginary
Tourism, indigenous peoples and cultural heritage in Mexico and ChileTourism, indigenous peoples and cultural heritage in Mexico and Chile