Features
- Cover Type: Paperback with 424 pages
- Published by: North Atlantic Books August 5, 2004
- Written in: English
- ISBN 10 Number: 1556434960
- ISBN 13 Number: 978-1556434969
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Book Dimensions:
9.1 x 6.8 x 1.3 inches
- Weighs: 1.8 pounds
Product Review
"This collection of articles is uniquely useful as a teaching tool to students of somatic psychology. It offers access to cutting-edge applications of somatic psychotherapy in a broad range of clinical situations. Macnaughton’s original contributions, bringing together family systems theory with somatic psychology, fit well alongside articles such as Lisbeth Marcher’s developmental focus and Peter Levine’s work with shock trauma.”
-Peter Bernhardt, M.F.T., Adjunct Professor of Psychology, John F. Kennedy University
"A must for therapists of all kinds, this unique collection combines heartfelt compassion for the human condition with clear, innovative, and practical psychotherapeutic theory and technique."
-Pat Ogden, originator of Hakomi Integrative Somatics
Product Description
The forces that develop the self—somatic, emotional, mental, interpersonal, social, and spiritual—must all be considered by therapists in treating any patient. Each article in this important anthology deals in some way with these various elements. The writing is focused on the body-mind connection, exploring the practices and theories of this popular branch of psychology. Topics include the significance of family systems; dealing with trauma and shock in therapy; and the importance of breathing, offering valuable insights for the student and practitioner alike. Contributors include Marianne Bentzen, a trainer in Somatic Developmental Psychology; Peter Bernhardt, a professor of psychology; and Peter A. Levine, author of
Waking the Tiger.
Reader ReviewsBB&C is one of the only titles in English that covers the emerging modality of Bodynamic developed by Lisbeth Marcher. For those interested in trauma, especially developmental trauma this is a good start to an important therapeutic approach. Other modalities are covered including articles by Peter A. Levine Ph.D. developer of Somatic Experiencing.
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