Self-Disclosure in Psychotherapy

1. Auflage 2006
ISBN: 978-1-59385-323-5
Verlag: Guilford Publications

Buch, Englisch, 242 Seiten, Format (B × H): 165 mm x 231 mm, Gewicht: 485 g

Drawing on empirical research as well as theory and clinical experience, Barry A. Farber provides a highly readable examination of self-disclosure by both therapists and patients. He explores when sharing personal experiences is beneficial and what kinds of disclosure may not be helpful; why either party may fail to reveal important information; and how to use what is disclosed (and what is omitted) to strengthen the therapeutic relationship and improve patient outcomes. He also discusses the reasons why disclosure in therapy is currently such a prominent issue. Rich with clinical material, the book offers valuable insights for therapists of any orientation. A special chapter addresses self-disclosure issues in supervision.

Zielgruppe

Professional Practice & Development

Autoren/Hrsg.

Farber, Barry A

Fachgebiete

• Sozialwissenschaften Psychologie Psychotherapie / Klinische Psychologie
• Medizin | Veterinärmedizin Medizin | Public Health | Pharmazie | Zahnmedizin Medizinische Fachgebiete Psychiatrie, Sozialpsychiatrie, Suchttherapie

Inhaltsverzeichnis

1. The Nature of Self-Disclosure
2. Clinical Perspectives on Patient Disclosure
3. Research Perspectives on Patient Disclosure
4. Patient Disclosure: The Outcome Controversy
5. Multicultural Perspectives on Patient Disclosure
6. Historical Perspectives on Therapist Disclosure
7. Research Perspectives on Therapist Disclosure
8. Clinical Perspectives on Therapist Disclosure
9. Supervisee and Supervisor Disclosure
10. Conclusions

Über Autor(innen)

Barry A. Farber, PhD, received his degree in clinical psychology from Yale University. Currently, he is a Professor of Psychology and Education at Teachers College, Columbia University. He has twice served as chair of the Counseling and Clinical Psychology Department at Teachers College, and has been the program coordinator and director of training in the Clinical Psychology Program since 1990. Dr. Farber serves on the editorial boards of several professional journals, and maintains a small private practice of psychotherapy in Mamaroneck, New York. His three previous books include the coedited volume The Psychotherapy of Carl Rogers: Cases and Commentary. Dr. Farber has written articles on stress and burnout, psychological-mindedness, therapist and patient representations, career motivations of therapists, and the therapist as an attachment figure. He is currently working on a book about psychologically astute rock and roll lyrics.