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ABSTRACT A clinical experience of an Asian Indian therapist working with a client of a similar ethnic background is analyzed. The relational dynamics in the therapy and the impact of… Click to show full abstract
ABSTRACT A clinical experience of an Asian Indian therapist working with a client of a similar ethnic background is analyzed. The relational dynamics in the therapy and the impact of a perceived shared identity are examined. Transference and countertransference processes are emphasized. A shared perceived ethnic identity created complexities in the therapeutic relationship and affected the therapy in surprising ways. Assumptions related to a shared ethnic identity affected the ability to form a therapeutic alliance.
Keywords:
like therapy;
therapy room;
look like;
therapy;
american look;
identity
Journal Title: Smith College Studies in Social Work
Year Published: 2017
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Journal Title: Smith College Studies in Social Work
Year Published: 2017
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