Feminist Theories and Feminist Psychotherapies: Origins, Themes, and Diversity, Second Edition Revised Edition Contributor(s): Garner, J. Dianne (Author), Enns, Carolyn Z. (Author) |
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ISBN: 0789018071 ISBN-13: 9780789018076 Publisher: Routledge OUR PRICE: $161.50 Product Type: Hardcover Published: July 2004 Annotation: Feminist Theory and Feminist Psychotherapies: Origins, Themes, and Diversity, Second Edition examines major feminist theoretical perspectives and links them to practical applications of feminist therapy. This new edition contains numerous improvements to further your research, such as rewritten chapters that reflect continuing work in the field; substantial reworking and expansion of the theories regarding women-of-color feminisms and therapy; and the addition of new chapters on global and postmodern feminisms, lesbian theory, and third-wave feminisms. Every chapter has been updated with new references, and the sections on feminist therapy have been expanded to include developments in the years since the first edition's publication. This book is useful for mental health professionals, educators, and students interested in feminist and gender issues in psychotherapy practice. |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Psychology | Psychotherapy - General - Social Science | Feminism & Feminist Theory - Medical | Gynecology & Obstetrics |
Dewey: 616.891 |
LCCN: 2003022211 |
Series: Haworth Innovations in Feminist Studies |
Physical Information: 1.3" H x 6.1" W x 8.6" (1.75 lbs) 400 pages |
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Publisher Description: An updated, reader-friendly guide to feminist theory and therapy! Feminist Theories and Feminist Psychotherapies: Origins, Themes, and Diversity, Second Edition examines major feminist theoretical perspectives and links them to practical applications of feminist therapy. This book focuses on the evolution of feminist therapy and how historical and current feminist practices interconnect with feminist theoretical and political thought. This new edition contains numerous improvements to further your research with new references, additional information on diversity issues, and more. Important updates in this new edition include:
Feminist Theories and Feminist Psychotherapies is an interactive text that includes self-reflection surveys to help you determine which feminist theories and therapies you favor in practice. The final chapter integrates theory and practice with questions for formulating your own personal approach to feminist counseling and psychotherapy. This book is most useful to mental health professionals and graduate students but accessible to undergraduate students as well. Feminist Theories and Feminist Psychotherapies concentrates on major feminist theories and therapies, including:
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