ABSTRACT
In projection splitting also occurs but this time the aspect is thrown out onto ‘the screen’ of the environment. Simply stated projection is seeing in others what is present in ourself. Projection is considered to occur when an aspect of the person does not fit with their self-concept. In the give and take of a therapy session a client could project their need or desire onto the therapist and then respond to their projection. Projection is marked by distancing that can present in relation to our own bodies and is evident in the language used where the body is considered an object of experience and not part of the subject. However, the response may be a more subtle projection that suggests ownership.
