`It is well written and well organised and I'm sure it will be of help and interest to researchers and practitioners concerned with the therapeutic action of psychodynamic treatment' - Penelope Waite, Nurturing Potential
The book would be difficult to access for clinical trainees because there is not enough coverage of basic concepts. Concepts and theories which are covered tend to be discussed in a way that might be too abstract to those unfamiliar with the psychodynamic model. The book may be more useful to trainees/students I work with if there was more emphasis on basic and general concepts/models/terminology. This might provide a useful introduction to the content currently in the book.
A good introduction to psychodynamic theory. Clear ,concise and practical. Will benifit health care workers who are advancing in counselling skills training . There is good application of theory to practice that enables understanding of the change process.
Excellent Broad Resource of key concepts
Even though I've found this book of academic value, "The Presenting Past " by Michael Jacobs seems to cover all topics in more depth. However, it is a good book, and I would be happy to recommend it to students.
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