In the movie Good Will Hunting, the lead character, played by actor Matt Damon, forms a strong bond with his therapist, played by Robin Williams. As in psychodynamic therapy, the therapist uses their relationship to help break down the patient’s defence mechanisms and resolve an inner conflict. The amazing bond that was formed between therapist and patient, and the life-changing treatment delivered is the stuff of therapists’ dreams (and Hollywood scripts).

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