Existential-humanistic Therapy

by Schneider, Kirk J.

• ISBN13: 9781433804625
• ISBN10: 143380462X
• Edition: 1st
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2009-09-15
• Publisher: Amer Psychological Assn

Summary

The book provides an in-depth survey of contemporary existential-humanistic (E-H) theory, practice, and research. In particular, the book highlights E-H therapy's historical development, theoretical underpinnings, and practical applications alongside the very latest in process and outcome research. Furthermore, the book features the most recent theoretical and practical applications of E-H therapy to a broad diversity of ethnic and diagnostic populations. Among the theorists highlighted are Rollo May, Irvin Yalom, James Bugental, Kirk Schneider, and Orah Krug, an emerging female voice within the E-H movement.

Table of Contents

Series Preface	p. vii
Introduction	p. 1
History	p. 5
Theory	p. 13
The Therapy Process	p. 31
Evaluation	p. 89
Future Developments	p. 101
Summary	p. 105
Appendices
Short-Term Case 2: Hamilton	p. 109
Summary of Experiential Stances of the Existential-Integrative (EI) Model	p. 113
Phases of Change in a "Typical" Long-Term Existential Therapy	p. 117
Long-Term Case 2: Claudia	p. 121
Glossary of Key Terms	p. 135
Suggested Readings/Web Resources	p. 141
References	p. 143
Index	p. 157
About the Authors	p. 163
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