An Introduction to Intensive Short-Term Dynamic Psychotherapy

This book offers a comprehensive introduction to Intensive Short-Term Dynamic Psychotherapy (ISTDP), covering its theoretical foundations, core techniques, and practical applications.

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Jon Anders Lied is a psychologist and psychotherapist specializing in ISTDP and psychodynamic therapy. He works at Sit Mental Health Service in Trondheim, Norway, runs a small private practice, and teaches and supervises at The Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU). He also has extensive experience as a therapist and supervisor in the public healthcare system.

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Introduction Part 1 - What is Psychodynamic Therapy? 1. The Unconscious 2. Internal Conflicts 3. Transference 4. Defense Mechanisms 5. Symptoms 6. Developmental Psychology, Genetic and Social Factors 7. The Sweet Child Part 2 - Dynamic Inquiry and Alliance 8. Case Formulation and Alliance 9. Agreement on Goals 10. Agreement on the Therapeutic Task 11. Therapeutic Bond and Trust Part 3. Alliance-Guided Short-Term Dynamic Cooperation 12. How to do Defense Work? 13. Restructuring Defenses 14. How to Do Anxiety Work? 15. How to Work with Feelings 16. Connecting the Dots Bibliography