Making Room for the Disavowed: Reclaiming the Self in Psychotherapy

Paul L. Wachtel's book explores how early attachment experiences can lead to limited self and ways of interacting, drawing on psychodynamic, humanistic, systemic, and acceptance-centered cognitive-behavioral perspectives to heal past wounds.

Format: Hardback
Length: 336 pages
Publication date: 27 October 2023
Publisher: Guilford Publications

In his groundbreaking work, Paul L. Wachtel delves into profound clinical strategies aimed at reclaiming and integrating aspects of the self that may have been overshadowed during development. Wachtel explores the profound impact of early attachment experiences on individuals, leading them to distance themselves from certain thoughts and feelings, restricting their sense of self and limiting their ability to engage with a limited range of adaptive resources. Drawing from a diverse range of psychodynamic, humanistic, systemic, and acceptance-centered cognitive-behavioral perspectives, Wachtel also takes into account the influence of race, class, and culture. This comprehensive book is enriched with rich case material, showcasing how a therapeutic approach rooted in the present can heal the wounds of the past. By employing these powerful techniques, individuals can embark on a journey of self-discovery, growth, and healing, ultimately leading to a more fulfilling and enriching life.

Weight: 620g
Dimension: 229 x 152 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781462553181