The Mummy at the Dining Room Table: Eminent Therapists Reveal Their Most Unusual Cases and What They Teach Us About Human Behavior
People are Talking About The Mummy at the Dining Room Table"The most unusual book about therapy ever writtensome of the most bizarre and likeable characters you will ever encounter, treated by some of the world's best therapists, some of whom are a bit bizarre themselves, but eminently...
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People are Talking About The Mummy at the Dining Room Table"The most unusual book about therapy ever writtensome of the most bizarre and likeable characters you will ever encounter, treated by some of the world's best therapists, some of whom are a bit bizarre themselves, but eminently likable. No matter what your problems, I guarantee you will feel more normal after reading these amazing case stories." William J. Doherty, professor, University of Minnesota and author, Putting Family First "This is one of those rare and exciting books that reaches deep into the heart of human nature. The reader will never be the same after exposure to these fascinating cases. Looking into the therapy hour at the world's finest therapists and their most unusual cases can change your view of life. Many of the cases are heartwarming while others are beyond belief!"Jack Canfield, co-creator of the Chicken Soup for the Soul series "The insights of today's greatest behavioral experts are showcased via their most unusual cases."John Gray, author, Men Are From Mars Women Are From Venus "What a wonderful gift. Drs. Kottler and Carlson have collected some of the most unforgettable stories from today's psychotherapy leaders. Each story is told in a lively fashion and offers multiple messages for the reader. From the '82-year-old prostitute' to the '3-year-old alcoholic,' the reader will never be the same."Nick Cummings, former president, American Psychological Association and president, Foundation for Behavioral Health "This is an outstanding book, that I highly recommend. The book provides important insights into the process of psychotherapy from a rich array on internationally known theorists and therapists. It will surely become a classic. A must read for all psychotherpistsold and new will learn something useful."James H. Bray, author, Stepfamilies: Love Marriage and Parenting in the First Decade "Journey
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Format: paperback
ISBN:
9780787978044 (0787978043)
Publish date: January 20th 2005
Publisher: Jossey-Bass
Pages no: 325
Edition language: English
I was absolutely fascinated by the stories in this book, and amazed at some of the behaviors and situations therapists have to counsel through! "The Mummy at the Dining Room Table" is a collection of the most memorable cases seen by thirty prominent therapists, and what the therapists learned about ...