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* What are the goals of the psychoanalytic therapy regarding this case?
* What are the primary features of this theoretical orientation that would be central to treatment?
* Based on the techniques covered in the chapter how would you apply this theoretical approach to this case?
* Why do you think this is the best approach?

A 30-year-old male client presents with relationship/intimacy concerns. He fears being left when he is in a relationship and fears loneliness when he isn’t. He describes his mother as always being distant and cold, but there. His father was often gone, but warm and caring when available. His anxiety gets in the way of engaging relationships and is sometimes paralyzing.