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Psychiatry & Psychotherapy Podcast

Mentalization Based Therapy (MBT), with Dr. Anthony W. Bateman, MA, FRCPSYCH and Dr. Peter Fonagy, Ph.D., FBA

Feb 23, 2024
Dr. Anthony W. Bateman and Dr. Peter Fonagy discuss Mentalization, exploring the capacity to reflect on one's own and others' states of mind. They emphasize the role of beliefs in shaping mental states and the application of Mentalization in therapy for conditions like borderline personality disorder. The podcast also delves into the core principles of Mentalization Based Therapy, the impact of reflective function on attachment relationships, and the differences between transference-focused therapy and MBT.
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Quick takeaways

  • Mentalization is the capacity to understand own and others' emotions, beliefs, needs, and desires.
  • MBT therapy emphasizes sustaining doubt and curiosity in therapeutic interactions to promote collaboration and understanding.

Deep dives

Development of Mentalization-Based Therapy for Borderline Personality Disorder

Mentalization-Based Therapy (MBT) was developed by psychiatrists Dr. Anthony Bateman and Dr. Peter Fornigee for borderline personality disorder treatment. They integrated research expertise and clinical experience to create an approach that focused on understanding reflective function and its impact on therapeutic outcomes with clients.

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