In Quest of the Mythical Mate: A Developmental Approach To Diagnosis And Treatment In Couples Therapy

By Ellyn Bader and Peter Pearson

Book Overview

In Quest of the Mythical Mate presents a valuable and fertile developmental model for diagnosing and treating couples that is flexible enough to incorporate a wide variety of intervention strategies, yet purposeful enough to give a clear sense of direction to couples in distress. As such, this volume provides a powerful therapeutic approach for all professionals who treat couples.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0876305168
• ISBN13: 9780876305164
• Release Date: December 1988
• Publisher: Routledge
• Length: 286 Pages
• Weight: 1.27 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.5" x 9.3"

Customer Reviews

Dr. Kohler re: Mythical Mate

This book provides an excellent developmental framework for assessing the condition of a relationship. Treatment is then tailored to the needs of the individuals and the needs of the relationship. This book is a must for anyone providing marital counseling.