The Art of Psychotherapy

Dozens of compelling case studies drawn from two decades of theFamily Therapy Networker.

The most widely read magazine in the mental health field, theaward-winning Family Therapy Networker is recognized as aprovocative forum for examining the latest innovations and findingsin the field. Drawing together two decades of the Networker'spopular case studies and commentaries, this book vividlyillustrates the art of psychotherapy as practiced by the nation'sleading authorities on couples and family therapy. In addition tothe full text of the cases, The Art of Psychotherapy also offersstudy questions to stimulate thought and discussion, making thistext an ideal teaching tool.

Organized by treatment population to make it easy to reference, thecases explore everything from couples issues (After the Affair:"Turning Down the Temperature") to working with children (GenderIdentity Issues: "The Boy Who Loved Catwoman") to the uniquechallenges of therapy in the '90s (Recovered Memories: "Avoidingthe Truth Trap").