Understanding and managing personal responses in professional roles
This report documents an investigation of the effectiveness of a teaching and learning approach to assist clinical psychology students develop an understanding of how to manage countertransference (CT) using reflective practice skills.
Research demonstrates that the experience of countertransference – or emotional responses to clients that can result in problematic therapist behaviours – can be one of the most challenging aspects of working therapeutically.
The accompanying Reflective Practice Guide – Understanding and Managing Countertransference – was developed to accompany the recommendations found in the report.
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Background:
This project, completed in 2016, investigated the reflective practice skills of clinical psychology students who work with consumers in mental health and forensic settings.
A collaboration involving six New Zealand tertiary institutions, led by the University of Auckland.
Report prepared by Claire Cartwright, Nigel George and Sue Cowie.
Co-funded by the Ako Aotearoa Regional Hub Project Fund (RHPF)