A 45-Year-Old Woman Started Psychotherapy Due to Depression Affecting Her

A 45-year-old woman started psychotherapy due to depression affecting her productivity at her job as an accountant. Psychotherapy sessions made progress with her depression, and she feels now better. The patient has had an insight into her childhood, especially since her mother was not always available for her. Recently, she told her mom " I am really sad that I never found you beside me". Two days ago, the psychotherapist canceled the session due to an emergency in the hospital. In the following session, the patient says" I am not your priority, and you don't want to listen to me". Which of the following is the explanation for The patient's response to the physician?

A) Acting out
B) Displacement
C) Projection
D) Reaction formation
E) Regression
F) Transference