From the Freudian texts, this study reintroduces briefly the technique of interpretation in psychoanalysis and, based on the Winnicott's works, discusses the elements of an interpretation felt invasive by the patient. The elements pointed out by this author and identified, named and discussed include: time, manner, degrees of trustworthiness, objectiveness and knowledge. They are illustrated with fragments of session of Winnicott's cases and one case of the author. The study highlights the importance of the analyst's capacity of identifying him/herself with the patient to interpret, receiving and understanding his/her communication on the adequacy of all these elements in his/her case.
Invasive interpretation; Psychoanalysis; Winnicott; Analyst-patient relationship