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A unique and accessible guide to contemporary psychodynamic therapy and its applications. An author line-up of experienced educators guide the reader through the breadth of psychodynamic concepts in a digestible and engaging way. The key applications of psychodynamic psychotherapy to a range of presentations are explored, including anxiety, depression, problematic narcissism as well as the dynamics of ‘borderline’ states. Specific chapters cover the dynamics of anger and aggression, and working with people experiencing homelessness. A valuable resource for novice and experienced therapists, presenting a clear, comprehensive review of contemporary psychodynamic theory and clinical practice. Highly relevant for general clinicians, third-sector staff and therapists alike, the authors also examine staff-client dynamics and the development of psychologically-informed services underpinned by reflective practice. Part of the Cambridge Guides to the Psychological Therapies series, offering all the latest scientifically rigorous, and practical information on a range of key, evidence-based psychological interventions for clinicians.
- Discusses the various theoretical and practical dimensions of psychodynamic therapy but focuses on those particularly useful in clinical practice, capturing the depth of a psychodynamic approach whilst being highly readable and relevant to clinical work across a range of settings
- Explains psychodynamic terms and concepts clearly, using clinical examples throughout and including a glossary of terms and original illustrations
- Applies psychodynamic concepts to settings outside of specialist psychotherapy clinics – such as healthcare, secure facilities, homelessness services, education and social work – supporting staff and clinical teams with understanding the psychological dynamics (psychodynamics) of human relations and developing reflective practice
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Foreword Nancy McWilliams
Preface Adam Polnay and Rhiannon Pugh
Part 1. An Overview of the Model:
1. An Historical Overview of Psychodynamic Psychotherapy Allan Beveridge
2. The Supporting Theory of Psychodynamic Psychotherapy Adam Polnay and Rhiannon Pugh
3. A Brief Description of the Empirical Basis of Psychodynamic Psychotherapy Victoria Barker and Adam Polnay
4. An Outline of Psychodynamic Psychotherapy Rhiannon Pugh and Adam Polnay
Part 2. The Model of Psychodynamic into Practice:
5. Framing a psychodynamic space Adam Polnay
6. The Goals of Psychodynamic Psychotherapy Rhiannon Pugh
7. The specific Techniques of Psychodynamic Psychotherapy Rhiannon Pugh and Adam Polnay
8. The overall Structure of Psychodynamic Psychotherapy Adam Polnay
9. Psychological Assessment and Formulation in Psychodynamic Psychotherapy Victoria Barker
10. Some Reflections on the Supervisory Process David Bell
Part 3. Application for Mental Health Presentations
Applications of Psychodynamic Psychotherapy with accompanying Case Study description for each presentation:
11. Psychodynamic approaches to anxiety Lauren Wilson
12. The psychodynamics of depressing/depressed states Adam Polnay
13. Dynamics of borderline states of mind Victoria Barker
14. Narcissistic difficulties, a transdiagnostic presentation requiring a system-wide approach Susan Mizen
Part 4. Application of Psychodynamic Psychotherapy in Different Populations and in Different Settings
Beyond 1:1 therapy- working psychodynamically with clinicians, teams and organisations Adam Burley and Adam Polnay:
15. Applications of psychodynamic theory and principles outside of specialist psychotherapy settings
16. An introduction to the dynamics of anger, aggression and violence
17. Psychologically informed organisations and services
18. Psychodynamic reflective practice groups
19. Psychodynamic consultation to clinical teams
Other forms and settings of psychotherapeutic work
20. A psychodynamic approach to working with people experiencing multiple exclusion homelessness Adam Burley
21. Psychodynamic psychotherapy online and by phone Lauren Wilson
22. Group analysis and its applications Allyson Lumsden
Glossary of Terms Adam Polnay.
