Why You Should Read Feminist therapy
Proclaiming that feminist therapy is not only for women, clinical/ forensic psychologist Brown (in private practice, Seattle) describes a therapeutic approach that seeks to empower clients while still…
Some books quietly earn a place on your shelf, and Feminist therapy by Author OL580929A is one of them.
First published in 2010, it continues to find new readers today.
About the book
Proclaiming that feminist therapy is not only for women, clinical/ forensic psychologist Brown (in private practice, Seattle) describes a therapeutic approach that seeks to empower clients while still influencing mainstream practice. She treats its emphasis on equalitarian relationships; theoretical interpretations of power in the biological, intrapsychic, and interpersonal realms; the therapeutic process in this multicultural and global framework; its evidence base; and future developments. The book includes a glossary of key terms and suggested readings.
Themes and subjects
At its heart, it explores Feminist therapy, Women's Health, Methods, Therapy, Psychotherapy, and Mental Disorders. These subjects give the story its texture and make it easy to recommend to the right reader.
Who will enjoy this
Readers who like to be challenged and moved in equal measure will feel at home here.
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