Constructive Psychotherapy: Theory and Practice

by Michael J. Mahoney

An invaluable teaching text and clinical resource, this is a book about how to do psychotherapy--how to apply the science of change to the complexities of helping people develop new meanings in their lives. Explaining constructivist principles and illuminating what a skilled clinician actually does in day-to-day practice, Michael J. Mahoney shows how to nurture the therapeutic relationship while implementing such creative interventions as centering techniques, problem solving, pattern work, meditation and embodiment exercises, drama and dream work, and spiritual exploration. Appendices feature reproducible client forms, handouts, and other useful materials.
 

Genres: Psychology

302 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2003

Reviews

[David Teachout · Rating 5 out of 5]

What to say about such an Integral book to my own practice? This is therapy at its best, with a deep appreciation for humanity, a humility concerning answers and an abiding joy in the journey of each person's self-discovery. Filled with poignant stories, hard-hitting comments on the state of our psychological understanding of ourselves and practical advice for the everyday practice of therapy, this is a great resource for expanding your view of psychology-therapy and breathing new life into a practice.