Section F - Psychodynamic Approaches & Ego State Work Flashcards
In which situations is it appropriate to use Psychoanalytic & Psychodynamic therapies?
- Couples issues that involve relationship dynamics
- Individuals with relationship issues as major concerns
- Issues associated with trust, betrayal, abandonment, rejection, isolation, attachment, distancing, intimacy, or object relations
What image is used by Psychoanalysts to describe the relationship between our conscious and unconscious?
An Iceberg - the ‘conscious’ thoughts that are visible above the surface are only a fraction compared the the ‘unconscious’ that is below the surface.
In Psychoanalytic theory, how can you access the unconscious?
- Hypnosis
- Free Association
- Transference
- Slips of the tongue
- Dreams
- Projective tests
- Subliminal cues
What does the psychoanalytic tradition believe about early life experiences?
That they are highly influential in determining relationship patterns later in life.
In Psychoanalytic theory, what are the three points of the ‘Therapeutic Triangle’?
- Relationship with Therapist
- Relationships with ‘significant others’ (adult/adolescence)
- Formative relationship with parents/guardians
In the Psychoanalytic ‘Therapeutic Triangle,’ what connects all three points?
Paraverbal and nonverbal cues
What are the paraverbal markers that usually generate intensity when working with couples? (Psychodynamic)
- Tone of voice
- Pitch of voice
- Pace of speech
- Halts or hesitations in speech
- Sighs
What are the nonverbal markers that usually generate intensity when working with couples? (Psychodynamic)
- Facial expression
- Body posture or hand gestures
- Walking away/leaving the area
What is Transference (psychodynamic)?
Internalizations of childhood parental dynamics that influence the nature and intensity of interactions with the therapist.
What is Countertransference (psychodynamic)?
Similar to transference, but when a therapist’s early childhood relationship experiences impact how the therapist responds to the client.
What is Dissociation?
Mild detachment from immediate surroundings to more severe detachment from physical and emotional experience. (from Wikipedia)
What are some Defenses identified by psychoanalytic theory?
- Repression
- Rationalization
- Projection
- Sublimation
- Denial
What is the ‘Shadow’ in Analytical (Jungian) Psychology?
The unconscious, unaccepted or unrecognized parts of the self – usually negative.
What is the ‘Relational Trauma Matrix’?
The technique of establishing and connecting the first, worst, most recent and future anticipated occurrence of a trauma or emotion. e.g. rejection, humiliation, deception, abandonment, intentional harm
When is it appropriate to use the Ericksonian Split-Body Hypnosis Exercise?
a) when there are observed conflict markers
b) client is ‘stuck’ on making a decision
c) client isn’t moving forward after typical verbal rational/cognitive strategies
In the Ericksonian Split-Body Hypnosis Exercise, what are the items that the client should choose for each of the two decision options?
- Ages & stages
- People
- Places
- Time of day
- Season
- Colours
- Temperature
- Emotions
- Faces
- Things said
- Sound/Movement/Fragrance
What are the five ‘roles’ in the ‘Ego States’ model?
- Critical Parent
- Nurturing Parent
- Adult
- Adaptive Child
- Free Child
What are some phrases the Critical Parent in the ‘Ego States’ model would say?
- You should/n’t have…
- You must/n’t do…
- You have to…
What are some phrases the Nurturing Parent in the ‘Ego States’ model would say?
- You’re a good person
- You don’t deserve this harsh treatment
- Take it easy! You deserve a break today!
What role does the ‘Adult’ play in the Ego States model?
- To coordinate and mediate between other states.
- Rational, objective decision-making
- Balance and perspective
What characterizes the Free Child in the Ego States model?
- Creativity, spontaneity, joy
- Anger and rebellion
- Large motor physical activities
What questions characterize the Adaptive Child in the Ego States model?
- What do I have to do to be loved/accepted
- How can I avoid being rejected or abandoned?
- like a child, has no time perspective
What is an effective way to help a client shift from Adaptive child back into Adult in the Ego States Model?
Encourage the client to engage in ‘Free child’ activities as a way of shifting back into ‘Adult’
What are two exercise/techniques that can utilize Ego States to restore balance to thought and life patterns?
- Cognitive-Behavioural ‘filtering - the Adult filters the messages from Critical Parent
- Egograms - histograms that illustrate the primary voices at present and the ideal balance
