Factor analysis yielded eight countertransference dimensions (for a detailed description, see the data supplement that accompanies the online edtion of this article): 1) overwhelmed/disorganized indicates a desire to avoid or flee the patient and strong negative feelings, including dread, repulsion, and resentment; 2) helpless/inadequate describes feelings of inadequacy, incompetence, hopelessness, and anxiety; 3) positive indcates the experience of a positive working alliance and
close connection with the patient;