title: Transference as a religious phenomenon in psychotherapy.
abstract: An analysis is presented of the conventional and far-reaching existential interpretations of the concept of transference. Analogies are drawn between the deepest meanings of transference and interpersonal and religious (man-and-God) dialogue. By way of case illustrations, it is shown that transference from patient to therapist can have implications for the patient's real relationship with God.
authors.affiliation: Department of Individual and Social Behavior, Notre Dame College of Ohio, Cleveland.
authors.forename: M H
authors.initials: MH
authors.lastname: Spero