Contemporary Psychoanalysis and Eastern Thought (Suny Series, Alternatives in Psychology) - Softcover

Suler, John R.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0791415783 ISBN 13: 9780791415788

Publisher: State University of New York Press, 1993

Synopsis

This book explores the convergence of psychoanalysis and Asian thought. It explores key theoretical issues. What role does paradox play in psychological transformations? How can the oriental emphasis on attaining “no-self” be reconciled with the western emphasis on achieving an integrated self? The book also inquires into pragmatic questions concerning the nature of psychological change and the practice of psychotherapy. The Taoist I Ching is explored as a framework for understanding the therapeutic process. Principles from martial arts philosophy and strategy are applied to clinical work.

Combining theoretical analyses, case studies, empirical data, literary references, and anecdotes, this book is intended for researchers as well as clinicians, and beginning students as well as scholars.

About this title

About the Author:

John R. Suler is Professor of Psychology at Rider College and is in private practice as well.

Review:

“Suler provides the most extensive treatment of correspondences between Western psychology and Eastern disciplines that I have yet seen, at the same time noting important differences and ways in which the two bodies of thought and practice can usefully complement each other.” ― Richard Coan, University of Arizona

About this edition

• Publisher: State University of New York Press
• Publication date: 1993
• ISBN 10: 0791415783
• ISBN 13: 9780791415788
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 304