The effect of trauma on the conductor of the group: A type of identificatory countertransference

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Groups under the throes of trauma, the interplay of that trauma with the conductor's feelings, and the effects of his or her role in the group are examined from a psychodynamic perspective. The effect of trauma upon the affective process within the group and upon the cognitive process of the conductor and group members are explored.

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In the belly of the beast: Traumatic countertransference

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A traumatic countertransference of leading groups composed of survivors, witnesses, family members, and first responders of the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001 are highlighted. Special attention is paid to the countertransference that each underwent and questions are raised about the effects of that on the group process.

Psychic trauma, Trauma (Psychology), World Trade Center and Pentagon Attacks, 2001

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Management of intense countertransference in group psychotherapy conducted in situations of civic conflict

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Three group therapists describe their countertransference struggles in a situation of intractable conflict when leading their groups. They describe how understanding their personal countertransference enables them to survive emotionally even though it may not always lead to the survival of the groups.

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