Counter transference reactions, to the degree that they represent the worker's unrealistic and inappropriate reactions to the client as a result of his or her own unconscious conflicts or developmental arrests need to be identified, understood, controlled, or resolved in all therapeutic endeavors. Today, the term counter-transference has come to have a broader meaning. The broadening of the meaning of counter-transference has an important implication, namely, that the worker's often uncomfortable or potentially hindering reactions may be induced by the client rather than produced by the worker's conflicts. For example a very dependent client may evoke a wish in the worker to withdraw from the client. The worker needs to recognize that his or her own reactions may provide a diagnostic clue that will help in understanding and treating the client's difficulties.
Transference exists in all human relationships.
Discuss issues related to diversity in the client - worker relationship. Discuss ethical practice issues in client - worker relationship.