Holmes, Jeremy
Attachment in Therapeutic Practice
- ISBN 13:
- 9781473953291
- author:
- Holmes, Jeremy
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- SAGE Publications Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2018
- Pages:
- 240
- Dimensions:
- 23.88 x 17.02 x 1.52 centimetres
- Genre:
- Nonfiction, Social Sciences, Human Services,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
Attachment in Therapeutic Practice by Jeremy Holmes and Arietta Slade provides a concise introduction to attachment theory and its application in therapeutic practice. Drawing on 70 years of research, this accessible guide covers the history and key concepts of attachment theory, as well as its implications for individual psychotherapy, couples and families. The book explores how attachment principles can inform therapeutic approaches, including those working with complex disorders and child psychotherapy. By examining the parallels between parent-child attachment and the therapeutic relationship, readers will gain a deeper understanding of how attachment theory can be applied in practice. This user-friendly guide is ideal for professionals seeking to integrate attachment-informed psychotherapy into their work, as well as anyone interested in learning more about this essential area of psychological theory.