Tag Archives: Psychotherapy

From Heartbreak to Redemption

Posted on October 28, 2012 by Joseph Burgo

On the occasion of my new book’s launch, I’d like to tell you a story about something that happened to me nearly 13 years ago; it will help to explain why today means so much to me and why I’m … Continue reading →

More Galleries | 54 Comments

Video #3 – “The Transference Begins”

Posted on April 19, 2012 by Joseph Burgo

I’ve now uploaded the third installation in my series on psychodynamic psychotherapy, which you can access through the video frame below. This one covers early manifestations of the transference and includes a lot of examples from recent sessions in my … Continue reading →

More Galleries | 46 Comments

The Tenacity of Defenses

Posted on February 19, 2011 by Joseph Burgo

Psychological defenses are deeply etched neural pathways, like deep ruts in a well-traveled road, impossible to remove. Under psychological and emotional pressure, they will always come automatically and feel like the easiest, most natural response. Continue reading →

Posted in Defense Mechanisms, Points of Departure, Rules of the Road | Tagged , | 28 Comments

The Cycle of Crime and Punishment in Psychotherapy

Posted on February 16, 2011 by Joseph Burgo

A discussion of the psychological cycle of crime and punishment in people who never seem to learn from their experience or grow in psychotherapy. Continue reading →

Posted in Detours, Self-Esteem and Self-Sabotage, The Psychotherapy Relationship | Tagged , | 5 Comments

Different Types of Depression

Posted on February 4, 2011 by Joseph Burgo

A discussion of three underlying dynamics in clinical depression: unconscious rage, a drastically fragmented self and toxic levels of shame. Continue reading →

Posted in Anxiety, Depression and Bipolar Disorder, Points of Departure, Shame/Narcissism | Tagged , , , , | 28 Comments