The Use of Self in Therapy

the long version

"The Use of Self in Therapy, Second Edition explores the value of appropriate personal sharing on the part of the social worker, psychologist, therapist, and physician with clients in order to establish a trusting and powerful therapeutic bond. You will explore how this once radical concept is now much more widely accepted and can be used to heal individuals, families, couples, and groups. This new edition expands upon the first edition with new research, numerous case studies, tables, figures, interviews, and diagnostic criteria. You will benefit from the current and expanded material that will help you to realize and use the positive impact of self in therapy and give clients improved services."--BOOK JACKET.