Hamilton, Victoria
The Analyst's Preconscious
- ISBN 13:
- 9781138881648
- author:
- Hamilton, Victoria
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Taylor & Francis Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2015
- Pages:
- 362
- Dimensions:
- 22.9 x 15.2 x 1.9 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Nonfiction, Psychology, Applied Psychology,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Victoria Hamilton explores the complex relationships between theoretical commitments and practical analysis in this thought-provoking study. Through in-depth interviews with 65 leading analysts, she reveals how different cultural contexts shape the practice of psychoanalysis. Hamilton's investigation highlights the tensions between maintaining inner consistency among fundamental assumptions and responding to the unique demands of each therapeutic encounter. The result is a nuanced understanding of contemporary psychoanalysis, including the existence of distinct analytic cultures that are influenced by factors such as geography, collegial experiences, and exposure to particular teachers and supervisors. This book offers a valuable insight into the complexities of psychoanalytic practice, shedding light on the dedication and sensitivity with which analysts strive to organize their therapeutic work amidst the diverse range of concepts and theoretical perspectives.
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