BETWEEN AWARENESS AND RELEASE: A THEORETICAL DIALOGUE BETWEEN THE BALINT METHOD AND THE SEDONA TECHNIQUE IN THE EMOTIONAL SELF-REGULATION OF HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS
BETWEEN AWARENESS AND RELEASE: A THEORETICAL DIALOGUE BETWEEN THE BALINT METHOD AND THE SEDONA TECHNIQUE IN THE EMOTIONAL SELF-REGULATION OF HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS

Summary/Abstract: In the context of the increasing incidence of professional burnout among healthcare personnel, exploring complementary strategies for emotional self-regulation becomes essential. The article proposes a theoretical dialogue between the Balint group method, founded by Michael Balint, and the Sedona Technique, developed by Lester Levenson. Although they belong to different paradigms - relational psychodynamic and experiential emotional release practice - both approaches converge in supporting affective awareness and the reduction of emotional tension. The comparative analysis highlights fundamental conceptual differences (elaboration versus release, group process versus individual process), as well as the complementary potential of using the Sedona Technique as a personal practice of emotional hygiene, without altering the classic Balint framework. The dialogue between these two perspectives can serve as a relevant resource for maintaining professional balance and vitality, integrating elements of collective reflection and individual release to prevent burnout.

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