Being a Brain-Wise Therapist : A Practical Guide to Interpersonal Neurobiology

Linking the science of interpersonal neurobiology to the art of therapy. This book translates current advances in neuroscience into useful clinical applications for the practitioner. Linking science with clinical material, the author persuasively argues for more scientifically based long-term psychotherapy. Written for couples therapists, family therapists, and those working with individuals, it effectively brings neuroscience to the on-the-ground counselor. Filled with the wisdom of a seasoned front-line therapist....the stories...enable us to see the direct applications of this approach. -- Daniel Siegel [Badenoch] artfully weaves between science and practical application, showing how principles of interpersonal neurobiology can be applied in clinical work. -- Ellyn Bader, PhD, co-founder of The Couples Institute Publisher Marketing: In easy-to-understand prose, Being a Brain-Wise Therapist reviews the basic principles about brain structure, function, and development, and explains the neurobiological correlates of some familiar diagnostic categories. You will learn how to make theory come to life in the midst of clinical work, so that the principles of interpersonal neurobiology can be applied to a range of patients and issues, such as couples, teens, and children, and those dealing with depression, anxiety, and other disorders. First published 2008.