Trauma-Related Countertransference in Psychotherapy

These flashcards cover key terms and concepts related to trauma-related countertransference and psychotherapy as discussed in the lecture notes.

Countertransference

The therapist's emotional reactions to the client based on the therapist's own traumatic experiences.

Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID)

A mental disorder characterized by the presence of two or more distinct personality states.

Vicarious Trauma

Emotional damage that can result from exposure to the traumatic experiences of others.

Complex PTSD

A type of PTSD that results from prolonged exposure to trauma, often characterized by difficulties in emotional regulation and interpersonal relationships.

Theory of Structural Dissociation of the Personality

A theory proposing that trauma leads to a division in personality into an apparently normal part (ANP) and one or more emotional parts (EPs) that hold traumatic memories.

Mirror Neurons

A type of brain cell that responds both when an individual acts and when they observe the same action performed by another.

Psychotherapy

A therapeutic interaction or treatment between a trained professional and a patient aimed to alleviate psychological distress.

Empathy

The ability to understand and share the feelings of another person.

Disclosure in Therapy

The act of the therapist sharing their personal feelings or experiences related to the therapy process to facilitate the client's healing.

Emotional Regulation

The ability to monitor, evaluate, and modify emotional reactions in a manner that is socially acceptable.