Countertransference

Very often, countertransference can inform the therapist of something that the client is bringing into the clinical space. A mindful therapist can use this for the purposes of the session, being careful to maintain clinical focus on the client.

Process Comments
"As I was listening to you describe your sibling's reactions as _____ I notice within myself that it felt critical.  Is that what is happening here? Is there a criticism?" "It seems like it is hard to connect with this topic. I am wondering if that is your experience right now."