Personification: Using the Dialogical Self in Psychotherapy and Counselling
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Author Description
Personification discusses the theory behind multiplicity of the person and considers the implications that the relationships between the different parts of the same person have in practice. Providing both historical and contemporary insights John Rowan reveals new thinking and research in the field, as well as offering guidelines for using this information in practice.The book also looks closely at the practice of personification – a technique involving the turning of a problem into a person and allowing a two-way dialogue through which the inner critic can be addressed and explored.As such areas of discussion include: the use of multiplicity in therapygroup work and the dialogical selfthe transpersonal This practical, straightforward book will be ideal reading for anyone using personification in their therapeutic work, including psychotherapists, counsellors and coaches.
Menrva's Summary
THE THESIS
This book investigates the theoretical framework of the dialogical self and the practical application of personification techniques to address internal psychological conflicts. John Rowan, an established figure in the field of humanistic and integrative psychotherapy, synthesizes historical perspectives with contemporary research to argue that the human psyche is inherently multiple. He provides a structured methodology for practitioners to facilitate dialogue between these internal parts, specifically focusing on how to externalize problems to mitigate the influence of the inner critic.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- Theoretical foundations of the multiplicity of the self
- Practical guidelines for implementing personification techniques in clinical settings
- Applications of dialogical self theory within group therapy environments
- Exploration of transpersonal dimensions in therapeutic practice
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Practitioners frequently cite this work as a clear and accessible manual for integrating dialogical techniques into standard therapeutic practice. Experts highlight the book as a foundational resource for those seeking to understand the intersection of multiplicity and clinical intervention.
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Publication Date:
2009-01-01
Publisher:
Taylor & Francis Group
ISBN-10:
020385666X
ISBN-13:
9780203856666
Psychology
Personality
Psychotherapy
Counseling
Identity Philosophical concept
Self Help
Self
