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Victoria Samokhval

About Victoria Samokhval

Victoria Samokhval, certified clinical psychologist and psychotherapist

Victoria is a certified clinical psychologist and psychotherapist with experience in Gestalt therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)

How the ‘Displacement’ Defense Mechanism Works

Psychological Defense Mechanism "Displacement": How It Works and How to Cope With It

September 6, 2025 by Victoria Samokhval Leave a Comment

We examine the defense mechanism of displacement: from causes and triggers to recognition and step-by-step self-regulation. Real-life examples, connection with CBT, self-observation, mood tracking, and mindfulness practices.

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