Interpersonal Process in Psychotherapy: A Relational Approach

by Edward Teyber

This book concentrates on the interaction or process of what goes on between the client and the counselor or clinician, thus capturing the subjective experience of becoming a therapist. Very few books do this, especially at Teyber's level of detail. Teyber distills essential contributions from interpersonal, family systems, and object relations theories, applying them cogently to direct clinical practice. The book is rich in examples and case histories, with dialogues illustrating how the process of counseling unfolds. Teyber clearly explains the relationship dimension that is often the most difficult for TTpracticumTT instructors to present systematically.

Genres: Psychology, Counselling, Nonfiction, Mental Health, Reference

352 pages, Hardcover

First published September 1, 1991

Reviews

[Shelby M. (Read and Find Out) · Rating 4 out of 5]

I would really recommend this book as supplemental reading for those in an Intro to Counseling course!

[Ryan · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book offers a very comprehensive description of intepersonal process therapy. It provides in-depth background on the theoretical models that influence interpersonal work and provides practical information on establishing and utilizing the therapeutic relationship in mental health treatment. The writing is a little dense and long-winded at times, so its not a quick reference. But the book is very appropriate for mental health professionals looking to deepen the intpersonal aspects of their work with clients.

[Heather · Rating 5 out of 5]

Hands-down my favorite book from grad school and for learning how to be a therapist. I'm pretty sure I read the whole thing cover to cover, and am using it now in the training of a psychiatry resident. It's so accessible in explaining the theory and the process/precedures/how-to for interpersonal therapy. In short, I LOVE IT.

[Darin Bergen · Rating 4 out of 5]

I'm in the middle, but so far this is an excellent introduction to the Interpersonal approach to therapy. Unlike many books that merely say "establish a therapeutic alliance," this book focuses on practical recommendations on how to enhance and leverage the relationship to foster client change.

[Anthony · Rating 5 out of 5]

One of the best, most influential books I read in my graduate training and still a book I refer back to often in my professional work. Have loaned the book to numerous supervisees and they almost always have a very positive reaction to it.

[Kristena · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a fascinating perspective on therapy, and an indispensable reference for any counseling student.