Personhood of the Therapist

Drawing on the teachings of Virginia Satir, this humane volume is designed to help therapists bring their full selves into the therapeutic relationship. The Personhood of the Therapist examines what happens when a therapist consciously enters the process of healing in an I-Thou relationship with the client. In addition to case studies, this thoughtful, compassionate book offers dialogues, personal reminiscences, techniques, and discussions of psychological theory. You will find new ideas and fresh perspectives on such life-changing issues as self-disclosure and self-awareness for therapists and the different roles of the therapist, as well as important new views on transference and countertransference.