ABSTRACT
INTRODUCTION There would be little point in our having worked on the orientation of depth psychology to the world if its own basic theories and practices remained completely unaltered. I support the continuing practice of analysis with individuals and small groups. This is because I do not agree that therapy inevitably syphons off rage that might more constructively be deployed in relation to social injustices. In fact, I think that it is the reverse that often happens: Experiences in therapy act to fine down generalized rage into a more specific format, hence rendering emotion more accessible for social action. Even when this is not what happens, the potential remains for a move from private therapy to public action within the institution of therapy-and I propose to discuss that potential in this chapter.
