Focusing on the roles and emotional awareness of practitioners, this handbook serves as a valuable resource for all humanistic therapists and counselors, regardless of their theoretical background. It emphasizes the importance of distinguishing between responsibilities, cognitive understanding, and feelings, providing insights that enhance therapeutic practice.
Written by an experienced family and child psychotherapist, this is an A-Z guide to the psychology of parenting. It covers more than 175 topics, including adolescence, anxiety, birth order, sleep problems, working mothers, and each of the child's developmental stages.
Focusing on self-awareness is crucial for finding the right partner, as understanding one's own personality is the first step in matching with others. Mavis Klein enhances the principles of Transactional Analysis by introducing five distinct personality types applicable to various relationships—romantic, friendly, or professional. Drawing from her extensive experience and qualifications, this updated guide provides valuable insights for improving interpersonal connections, making it a relevant resource for modern readers seeking to enhance their relationship skills.
This collection features a series of passionate and provocative essays that explore a range of topics, from gender dynamics to existential themes like the life and death of God. Each essay serves as a "thought sprint," offering unique insights and challenging perspectives that invite readers to engage deeply with the ideas presented. The work encourages reflection and dialogue on complex issues, making it a compelling read for those interested in philosophical and social commentary.
Exploring the intricacies of human communication, this book offers profound insights relevant to everyone, regardless of their role—be it employer, employee, student, teacher, or parent. It delves into the nuances of interactions, enhancing understanding and fostering better relationships in various contexts.
The book presents an innovative typology that categorizes personality into five basic types, supplemented by ten compound types and fifteen types of interpersonal relationships. This comprehensive framework offers readers a fresh perspective on understanding human behavior and interactions, aiming to enhance self-awareness and improve relationships through a deeper comprehension of personality dynamics.
A guide to psychodynamic theory and practice. It presents comprehensive descriptions of key counselling approaches in the twenty-first century. It is suitable for students requiring a theory bridge between introductory, intermediate and diploma courses or focused input for comparative essays and integrative theory assignments.
This guide explores the psychology behind parenting in an accessible and straightforward manner. It offers insights without jargon, making complex concepts easy to understand. The book includes cross-referencing to enhance comprehension and provide a cohesive understanding of parenting dynamics. Ideal for parents and caregivers seeking to deepen their knowledge of child development and effective parenting strategies.
