Metaphor in Practice: A Professional's Guide to Using the Science of Language in Psychotherapy
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| Rating | : | 4.75 (998 Votes) |
| Asin | : | B06XGR3C94 |
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| Number of Pages | : | 272 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2016-08-14 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
Most importantly, you’ll find practical examples of metaphors and clinical exercises you can use in-session.There are many books on metaphor and psychotherapy, but this is the first book to make the connection between the science of metaphor and the detailed clinical process of using that knowledge. The use of metaphor is central to the implementation of acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and is a powerful tool for all practicing psychotherapists. Metaphors help clients connect with their values, and often s
In fact, it was pleasurable and interesting, and takes the reader on a journey that will positively change the way therapists use metaphor in their clinical practice.” —Yvonne Barnes-Holmes, PhD, associate professor in behavior analysis at Ghent University. “This is a comprehensive and compelling read on how to make metaphors work in therapy. The work is scholarly and timely, but it is also alive with interesting transcript segments and relevant clinical metaphors. The book is neither dumbed down nor hard to read. It is a light and interesting book that highlights the power and potential complexity of metaphor when harnessed appropriately by the therapist. It covers the scientific underpi