The Personal Life of the Psychotherapist

by James D. Guy Jr.

Book Overview

Psychotherapists are often deeply affected by the therapeutic relationships they form with patients. This book studies the impact of psychotherapeutic practice on the personal life and relationships of the therapist, examining the various personal benefits and hazards which result from conducting psychotherapy. Provides a novel approach to care for the psychotherapist, offering thoughtful, concrete suggestions for the prevention and treatment of various...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0471848549
• ISBN13: 9780471848547
• Release Date: April 1987
• Publisher: Wiley-Interscience
• Length: 352 Pages
• Weight: 1.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.4" x 9.5"

Customer Reviews

Covering All Aspects of the Life of a Therapist

This book brought insight into the impact of the practice of psychotherapy on the various areas of the Therapist's life. It addressed both the issues of therapy, personal life, satisfaction in both personal and professional life, and much more. A very good book for any therapist to read.