Psychoanalysis, philosophy, and the ethical turn: Remembering Donna Orange

Key Points

Orange's work emphasizes ethical attunement, showcasing her commitment to the suffering Other.
Her intellectual journey spans philosophy, clinical psychology, and significant theories in ethics.
The tribute reflects on her key concepts, such as perspectival realism and radical responsibility.
Orange left a lasting legacy that intertwines psychoanalysis, philosophy, and relational ethics.

Abstract

This tribute to Donna M. Orange honors her enduring contributions to psychoanalysis, philosophy, and ethics. It traces her intellectual journey from philosophy and clinical psychology to her central role in intersubjective systems theory and the ethical turn in psychoanalysis. Highlighting her key works on perspectival realism, radical responsibility, and climate ethics, the piece reflects on her deep moral presence, scholarly rigor, and relational ethos. Orange's legacy is portrayed as one of ethical attunement, philosophical depth, and unwavering commitment to the suffering Other, both in the consulting room and in the wider world.

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