This book is for clients—and for clinicians to recommend to their clients—who want to enhance the process of psychotherapy
and get the most out of a therapeutic relationship. Kaiser writes in a friendly, accessible tone, and explains what exactly
therapy is and how it works, including the beginning, middle, and ending stages of the therapy process. She elaborates
on the dynamics of the relationship between therapist and client, including such issues as power, boundaries, trust, and
termination, and describes the four common factors of change: the client, the therapeutic relationship, hope, and technique.
Furthermore, she explains the basic aspects of brain development and how psychotherapy physically changes the brain.
This book familiarizes potential clients with four major therapeutic approaches—psychodynamic, developmental, cognitive–
behavioral, and humanistic—and explains the characteristics of individual, family, and group therapy. Through case studies,
Kaiser reveals the healing potential of the therapeutic relationship, including the experience of being deeply understood by
and coming to trust a therapist. Kaiser offers much food for thought, as well as compassion, wisdom, encouragement, and
practical suggestions for those who choose to take this fascinating and fruitful journey.
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