Having sold over 15, 000 copies since first publication, this book is the definitive introduction to the principles and techniques of psychosynthesis. Pitched clearly and accessibly, it explains how the counsellor or psychotherapist can incorporate psychosynthesis into their own work with clients.
Psychosynthesis Counselling in Action is the definitive introduction to the principles and techniques of the approach. Demonstrating the need for people to find a more positive meaning to their lives, Diana Whitmore guides the reader through the four main stages of the counselling journey, explaining how the wide range of practical methods can be tailored to different client needs.
This Fourth Edition includes:
- Three new chapters a new case study chapter and two appendices on the application of psychosynthesis in the coaching field and in youth work.
- New content on positive psychology and the therapeutic relationship.
- Updated chapters on diagnosis and assessment and counselling process.
- Enhanced pedagogy and new case studies.
It is vital reading for those seeking an introduction to psychosynthesis, as well as practitioners of other orientations who wish to incorporate this approach into their own therapeutic work.
Lady Diana Whitmore, MAEd is Chief Executive and a founding Director of Teens and Toddlers UK.
Inhaltsverzeichnis
Preface
Introduction
The Psychosynthesis Approach
The Psychosynthesis Counsellor
Basic Techniques of Psychosynthesis Counselling
Diagnosis and Assessment
The Initial Phase of Counselling
The Middle Phase of Counselling
The Transpersonal Dimension of Counselling
The Final Phase of Counselling
Greg: A Case History by Kim Shiller
Appendix 1 Current Application of Psychosynthesis: Youth Work
Appendix 2 Current Application of Psychosynthesis: Coaching for Performance
Further Reading
References
Index
