The therapist's own emotional reactions and feelings toward the client, often triggered by the client's transference.
From 'counter-' (against, in response) + 'transference.' Recognized by Freud as an occupational hazard of therapy.
Countertransference is when the therapist's own feelings get activated by the client — good therapists recognize it and use it wisely rather than acting on it.
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