Judith Mitrani's "Psychoanalytic Technique and Theory: Taking the Transference" presents a series of essays inspired by Freud's "Gradiva", exploring psychoanalytic technique through clinical vignettes. Mitrani illustrates useful techniques applicable from the initial encounter to termination, emphasizing the development of the mind.
Building on the work of Klein, Bion, and Tustin, the book offers insights into early conflictual issues, revealing how experience with patients facing fundamental difficulties enhances understanding of clinical technique for all psychoanalytic patients. The author explores the analyst-patient relationship and the nuances of working with transference, offering readers a deeply sensitive look into the inner lives of both parties as they navigate the complexities of psychoanalysis.
Used (good, see images, minor cover wear and some initial pages marking) Softcover ISBN 9781782201625
