Publisher's Synopsis
Psychotherapy: Including The History Of The Use Of Mental Influence, Directly And Indirectly by James Joseph Walsh is a comprehensive exploration of the history and practice of psychotherapy. The book delves into the origins of psychotherapy, tracing its roots back to ancient civilizations and exploring how mental influence has been used throughout history to treat a variety of ailments. The author also explores the different schools of thought in psychotherapy, including Freudian, Jungian, and Adlerian approaches, as well as more modern approaches like cognitive-behavioral therapy and mindfulness-based therapy. Throughout the book, Walsh emphasizes the importance of the therapeutic relationship and the role of the therapist in helping clients achieve mental wellness. He also discusses the ethical considerations involved in psychotherapy, including issues of confidentiality and informed consent. Overall, Psychotherapy: Including The History Of The Use Of Mental Influence, Directly And Indirectly is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and practice of psychotherapy, from students and professionals to those seeking therapy themselves.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
