In this book, Windy Dryden selects the eight ideas that have had the most influence on him in his career as a psychotherapist, and which form the bedrock of his work. These ideas reflect both his specific and his general interests in the field. The book offers insight into the author's practice and the theories that have informed his work in a therapeutic setting.
Key Features
- Discusses the role of attitudes in psychologically disturbed and psychologically healthy responses to life’s adversities.
- Elaborates on the author’s views regarding psychological change.
- Emphasises the importance of responsibility and choice in psychotherapy.
- Highlights Windy Dryden’s recent work in single-session therapy.
- An accessible and engaging read for both trainee and practising counsellors and psychotherapists.
Additional Information
This book discusses the role that attitudes play in psychologically disturbed and psychologically healthy responses to life’s adversities. It also elaborates the author’s views on what promotes psychological change as well as why he considers the concepts of responsibility and choice to be so important in psychotherapy.
Specifications
Fascinating read for counsellors and psychotherapists, both in training and practice.
