Dialogue of unconsciouses: conversations we have without our knowledge

Abstract

Following Ferenczi's tradition of examining the dynamics between analyst and analysand, I will explore aspects of this relationship particularly around issues of mutuality versus inequality, all occurring without the conscious involvement of either participant. I propose that these issues of attachment can be further illuminated by examining the underlying neuropsychobiological processes. Case examples will be offered to illustrate these points.

Keywords:

• Affect regulation
• attachment
• developmental neuro‐psychobiology