Treating the Self: Elements of Clinical Self Psychology - Hardcover

Wolf, Ernest S.

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0898627176 ISBN 13: 9780898627176

Publisher: Guilford Press, 1989

Synopsis

Now available in paper for the first time, this classic text is about how an analyst analyzes. Rooted in the theory of psychoanalytic self psychology as put forth by Heinz Kohut and his colleagues, Treating the Self focuses on the application of the self-psychological concept of the psyche to the actual conduct of psychoanalytic treatment. The result is not a "how-to" approach, but rather a volume that suggests a theory of treatment and offers guidelines for creative ways of thinking about therapy. Written by Ernest Wolf, a close collaborator of Heinz Kohut, this is a personal account of the process of self psychology presented by one of the foremost experts in the field.

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Review:

"Ernest Wolf, a student, friend, and collaborator of Heinz Kohut has observed at close range and participated in the evolution of psychoanalytic self psychology. From his privileged vantage point he presents us with a clear, concise, at at times moving rendtion of the treatment process based on his own clinical experiences. Wolf's focus is on clarifying basic concepts, but he also succeeds in portraying the complexities of the clinical ambience and process in a direct and simple manner without glossing over controversies. Beginners as well as seasoned clinicians will find this text both a delight and a challenge." --Paul H. Ornstein, M.D.
"This book is a bench mark in the literature....An invaluable resource for practitioners, students, and teachers of self psychology."-- (09/26/2002)

"A helpful, stimulating, and thought-provoking presentation of treatment according to the self-psychology model."--International Journal of Psychoanalysis (09/26/2002)

"Wolf has succeeded in clarifying and communicating the essence of self psychology. In this lucid introductory text, he outlines its theory and practice."-- (09/26/2002)

About the Author:

Ernest S. Wolf, M.D. A friend and close collaborator of Heinz Kohut, Dr. Wolf is Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at Northwestern University Medical School and serves as faculty and training analyst at the Chicago Institute for Psychoanalysis. He also sits on the Scientific Advisory Boards of the Center for Psychosocial Studies in Chicago, Illinois and the Clinical-Developmental Institute in Belmont, Massachusetts. One of the foremost authorities on self psychology, he has authored numerous articles and book chapters on the topic.

About this edition

• Publisher: Guilford Press
• Publication date: 1989
• ISBN 10: 0898627176
• ISBN 13: 9780898627176
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 194