The Great Psychotherapy Debate

The second edition of "The Great Psychotherapy Debate" offers a comprehensive and updated analysis of psychotherapy and its development. This academic book examines the history of healing practices, medicine, and psychotherapy, and presents the expanded contextual model based on scientific insights into human healing within a social context. It highlights the effects of therapists and provides a thorough review of research on common factors such as the therapeutic alliance, expectations, and empathy. This new perspective presents a compelling contrast to traditional approaches that often focus on identifying the most effective treatment methods for specific disorders. The second edition is thus a valuable work for professionals and students in the social sciences and psychology who seek a deeper understanding of the dynamics of psychotherapy.