Psychotherapy Techniques

Essential Psychodynamic Psychotherapy: An Acquired Art provides an essential, accessible grounding in current psychodynamic theory and practice for a wide range of readers. For trainees, it offers a very useful toolset to help them make the transition from purely theoretical training to the...

Master clinical counseling with evidence-based techniques that turn anxious beginners into highly effective therapists. Perfect for your morning commute to the clinic or a focused study session, this steady, calming guide bridges the gap between academic theory and the messy reality of the...

Keith Kurlander, MA, and Will Van Derveer, MD, leaders in the field of psychedelic therapy and trauma treatment, address the limitations of today’s mental health care, explaining how a focus on symptom management brings little relief and leaves many patients still desperate for healing. Drawing on clinical expertise, client stories, and the latest research, they reveal how psychedelic therapy uniquely targets the root causes of suffering, particularly trauma, a critical yet often misunderstood driver of mental health struggles.

Course objectives: Apply the R.A.I.N. technique in your work with clients Utilize mindfulness meditation to clear blockages that prevent living fully Discuss basic concepts of Buddhist psychology Recognize aspirations and intentions that support awakening Practice a variety of...

Course objectives: List ways in which you can practice mindful living Identify how mindfulness can be used in psychotherapy Discuss how to utilize mindfulness from the perspective of both client and therapist Before you can help others, Thich Nhat Hanh teaches, you must first bring...

Sigmund Freud once said that the best outcome that psychotherapy can offer is a return to “common unhappiness.” But what about those of us with higher aspirations? Where do we find the tools we need to heal—and then go further— to create a life of uncommon and authentic happiness? The...

Master adolescent psychotherapy and connect with reluctant teens using practical, skill-driven clinical tools. Whether you are commuting to the clinic or preparing for a challenging session, this grounded, empathetic guide bridges the gap between abstract theory and real-world counseling. Teen...

Working from a strong base in attachment theory, esteemed clinician Ruth Cohn explores ways therapists can recognize the signs of childhood neglect, provides recommendations for understanding lasting effects that can persist into adulthood, and lays out strategies for helping clients maximize therapeutic outcomes. Along with extensive clinical material, chapters introduce skills that therapists can develop and hone, such as the ability to recognize and discern nonverbal attempts at communication.

A Therapist's Guide to EMDR reviews the theoretical basis for EMDR and presents new information on the neurobiology of trauma. It provides a detailed explanation of the procedural steps along with helpful suggestions and modifications. Areas essential to successful utilization of EMDR are emphasized. These include: case conceptualization; preparation for EMDR trauma processing, including resource development and installation; target development; methods for unblocking blocked processing, including the creative use of interweaves; and session closure.

Release trapped survival energy and begin healing trauma with a body-based approach to nervous system regulation. Whether you are navigating chronic stress during a chaotic commute or seeking deep emotional relief before sleep, talking about your pain is rarely enough. Discover how to safely...

Transform your psychotherapy practice with grounded Gestalt interventions that instantly deepen client self-awareness. Move beyond abstract psychological theory and step directly into the here and now of clinical transformation. This practical methodology equips you to navigate complex sessions...