June 2026: Transference & Countertransference
For June, our consultation theme will be Transference & Countertransference. This work calls us to prioritize our relational awareness, monitor our internal reactions, and embrace countertransference not as a “mistake” but as a source of clinical data and possibility.
To Prepare:
Watch: Deliberate Practice for Countertransference Reactions – Webinar with Dr. Hanna Levenson
Read: Managing Countertransference with DBT Skills: Mindfulness and Emotion Regulation
Optional Materials:
APA Monitor: How to Manage Countertransference in Therapy
Transference and Countertransference in Palliative Care
Managing countertransference: what the experts think
Developing field awareness: Working with transference and countertransference
Previous resources we’ve used in past years (optional refreshers) can be found in your online classroom!
Reflection Questions
Which emotions, somatic responses, or reactions tend to signal that transference or countertransference may be occurring for you?
What helps you remain grounded and regulated when you notice strong internal responses to a client?
What feels challenging, confusing, or ethically complex about working with transference or countertransference?
What support (supervision, consultation, skill, boundary, or personal insight) would strengthen your confidence in navigating these dynamics?
