New approaches to integration in psychotherapy / edited by Eleanor O'Leary & Mike Murphy.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Pt. I. Frameworks and theoretical integrations -- 1. The need for integration / Eleanor O'Leary -- 2. A framework for integrative psychotherapy / Eleanor O'Leary and Mike Murphy -- 3. Person-centred gestalt therapy / Eleanor O'Leary -- 4. The narrative metaphor and the quest for integration in psychotherapy / Jarl Wahlstrom -- 5. Gestalt reminiscence therapy / Eleanor O'Leary and Nicola Barry -- 6. Hypnoanalysis : an integration of clinical hypnosis and psychodynamic therapy / Peter J. Hawkins -- 7. Integrative psychotherapy of schizophrenic symptoms : recent developments / Joannis N. Nestoros -- 8. Multimodal stress therapy : an integrative approach / Patrizia Collard -- Pt. II. Professional and clinical integrations and special populations -- 9. The integrative collaboration of a psychologist with a psychiatrist / Joannis N. Nestoros, Konstantia A. Zgantzouri and Nikitas E. Polemikos -- 10. Some practical issues in working integratively with children and parents / Nikitas E. Polemikos and Christina F. Papaeliou -- 11. Psychosocial interventions in families with an ill member : possibilities and experiences / Jose Navarro Gongora -- 12. Ameliorating interrelating within families of psychotic persons : an integrative approach / Argyroula E. Kalaitzak and Joannis N. Nestoros -- 13. Breathing and awareness : the integrating mechanisms of cognitive-behavioural gestalt therapy in working with cardiac patients / Eleanor O'Leary -- 14. Integrating the personal and professional development of therapists / Eleanor O'Leary and Geraldine Sheedy -- Pt. III. Issues for professional consideration -- 15. Integrating spiritual and religious factors into psychological treatment : why and how / Alex H. S. Harris, Samuel D. Standard and Carl E. Thoresen -- 16. Integration of ethics and practice / Ronny Swain -- Pt. IV. Conclusion -- 17. Psychotherapy integration : a journey in small steps / Eleanor O'Leary and Mike Murphy.

"A significant contribution to the field of integration in psychotherapyMaria Gilbert (CHECK) This is a book to be read and re-read as part of the journey of discovery that we are all engaged in as practitioners and as human beingsHelen Cowie, from the foreword Psychotherapy is an area that has seen huge growth in prominence and practice. The range of theoretical schools that have emerged means that practitioners are striving to amalgamate and synthesize new approaches and theories.New Approaches to Integration in Psychotherapy provides a snapshot of the latest theoretical and clinical developments in the field of integration. Eleanor O'Leary and Mike Murphy bring together contributors from a range of theoretical backgrounds, who reflect on their experiences with integration, critique existing research and provide a thorough overview of the historical development of psychotherapy itself. The book is divided into three sections, covering the following subjects; in depth:? Frameworks and Theoretical Integrations? Professional and Clinical Integrations and Special Populations? Issues for Professional ConsiderationThis book will be welcomed by anyone interested in investigating integrative approaches to psychotherapy. In particular, it will have direct relevance to academics involved in training and research on psychotherapy, psychotherapists, counselors and clinical psychologists."--Publisher description.