Date of Award
2022
Document Type
Doctoral Research Paper
Degree Name
Psy.D.
Organizational Unit
Graduate School of Professional Psychology
First Advisor
Peter Buirski
Second Advisor
Hale Martin
Third Advisor
Lauren Dent
Copyright Statement / License for Reuse
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Keywords
Intersubjectivity, Intersubjective systems theory, Psychodynamic, Forensic
Abstract
Although there is already a large body of theoretical literature on the utility of Intersubjective Systems Theory in working with more challenging clinical presentations, little has been written about the use of this approach in working with incarcerated clients. In this paper, I will be making the case for the utility and need for the Intersubjective Perspective in working within the forensic system. This paper will first focus on building a general framework for Intersubjective Systems Theory, and its theoretical understanding of clients’ striving towards health, love and connection. Next, this paper will take time to focus on a brief history of trans institutionalization and its implications for treatment. This paper will also briefly cover the general framework for the clinical application of Intersubjective Systems Theory, as well as addressing the intersubjective understanding of aggression. Finally, I will use a previous case from my time at Denver County Jail to explore and highlight both the need for an intersubjective approach, as well as how the approach plays out in an actual therapeutic dyad. By the end of this paper I hope to have laid the framework for further thought and research into the need for a more dynamic and relational approach in the treatment of clients who have found themselves behind bars.
Publication Statement
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Extent
26 pgs
Recommended Citation
Weiss, Zachary Grant, "The Intersubjective Perspective: An Effective Treatment Model for Incarcerated Clients" (2022). Graduate School of Professional Psychology: Doctoral Papers and Masters Projects. 450.
https://digitalcommons.du.edu/capstone_masters/450