This comprehensive introduction to Focusing-Oriented Psychotherapy lays out the background and fundamentals of the approach covering theory and practice. Gendlin, after many articles on Focusing-oriented psychotherapy, finally published the text Focusing-Oriented Psychotherapy in 1996, making these ideas more widely available to the world. With contributions from some of the world's most influential contemporary Focusing-Oriented Psychotherapists and a foreword by Gendlin, this book provides a long overdue survey of this growing field. It explores how Focusing has been integrated with other theoretical orientations such as attachment theory, solution focused therapy, relational psychoanalysis, and existential therapy. Contemporary issues in Focusing-Oriented Psychotherapy are also covered, such as its suitability across cultures, and how it relates to the latest findings in the field of neuroscience. The book is essential reading for all practicing therapists and counselors, as well as trainee therapists, particularly those who want to explore the potential of experiential dimensions in their therapy and coaching practice. Jessica Kingsley Publishers also publishes a companion volume, Emerging Practice in Focusing-Oriented Psychotherapy: Innovative Theory and Applications, edited by Greg Madison [9781849053716].

Judy has experienced some drama in her life...She rode a camel up a mountain in the dark... spoke to inmates in a high security prison... was given a gift from an orphan... even came face to face with a gun in her classroom. These experiences have taught her some key truths - particularly about the way we view ourselves and God. Just as a dog who heard the word 'No' so often he thought it was his name, the words we hear directed at us can shape our identity and influence our beliefs. Judy shares her stories and invites you to explore, in a humorous yet profound way, how you can tune into God's voice and let Him transform your thinking.

This is the shocking story of how I survived incest and rape and achieved healing and recovery. There are few darker figures in human history than the father who rapes his own daughters. I, along with my two sisters, was subjected to years of sexual abuse by our father from the age of three to early adulthood. I was also violently and forcefully raped by a neighborhood thug who went on to rape and murder a young mother a few months later. I am sharing my experiences and pain with others in the hope that my tale will let others know that they are not alone, and that they can succeed in fulfilling their lives. Some of the images projected by this book may seem graphic, disgusting or horrific. There is no adjective to describe the torment and anguish that three innocent girls were forced to live with for their entire lives. This book is an examination of psychological terrorism and a look into the darkened bedrooms of America. It is also a journey into the darkest side of human nature. The broken lives, stolen innocence and betrayal of trust is overshadowed by a far greater tragedy. The failure to protect me and my sisters from the deprivations of a very sick man is one thing. The fact that he got away with it is another. This book is also a tale of hope, for I was one of the lucky ones who achieved healing and recovery. If my story gives even just one victim hope and inspiration ato move on, then I will count it as a personal victory.