Ariadne's Thread: Case Studies in the Therapeutic Relationship

This casebook provides an inside view of the therapeutic process and includes a personal account of the struggles-and the joys-of clinical practice. Each of the eight studies, thoughtfully detailed by Dr. Cowan from his experience, illuminates the healing potential of the therapist/client relationship. An introductory essay and follow-up discussions tie the cases to the therapist's technique, theory, and practice.

Eric Cowan is a professor in the Department of Graduate Psychology at James Madison University. He teaches in the Masters and Doctorate programs in Counseling and is licensed as a clinical psychologist in the state of Virginia. Eric served as past director of Counseling and Psychological Services, James Madison University's outpatient clinic, and has also maintained a private practice. He is the recipient of numerous awards in teaching and scholarship. Eric lives alongside the banks of a mountain stream at the foot of the Allegheny Mountains. When he is not hiking in the National Forest he enjoys sailing on the Chesapeake Bay