The Art of Holding in Therapy
An Essential Intervention for Postpartum Depression and Anxiety
By Karen Kleiman | Publisher: Taylor and Francis
About the book
First conceptualized by D.W. Winnicott, holding in this book refers to a therapist’s capacity to respond to postpartum distress in a way that facilitates an immediate and successful therapeutic alliance. Readers will learn how to contain high levels of agitation, fear, and panic in a way that cultivates trust and the early stages of connectedness. Also addressed through vignettes are personality types that make holding difficult, styles of ineffective holding, and how to modify holding techniques to accommodate the individual woman. A must-read for postpartum professionals, the techniques learned in this book will help clients achieve meaningful and enduring recovery.
Editions of The Art of Holding in Therapy
- EBook
- ISBN 9781317444978
- PDF
- ISBN 9781317444985
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First conceptualized by D.W. Winnicott, holding in this book refers to a therapist’s capacity to respond to postpartum distress in a way that facilitates an immediate and successful therapeutic alliance. Readers will learn how to contain high levels of agitation, fear, and panic in a way that cultivates trust and the early stages of connectedness. Also addressed through vignettes are personality types that make holding difficult, styles of ineffective holding, and how to modify holding techniques to accommodate the individual woman. A must-read for postpartum professionals, the techniques learned in this book will help clients achieve meaningful and enduring recovery.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Art of Holding in Therapy about?
First conceptualized by D.W. Winnicott, holding in this book refers to a therapist’s capacity to respond to postpartum distress in a way that facilitates an immediate and successful therapeutic alliance. Readers will learn how to contain high levels of agitation, fear, and panic in a way that cultivates trust and the early stages of connectedness. Also addressed through vignettes are personality types that make holding difficult, styles of ineffective holding, and how to modify holding techniques to accommodate the individual woman. A must-read for postpartum professionals, the techniques learned in this book will help clients achieve meaningful and enduring recovery.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in The Art of Holding in Therapy?
Society and Social Sciences > Psychology > Psychological theory, systems, schools and viewpoints > Psychoanalytical and Freudian psychology
Where can I read a sample of The Art of Holding in Therapy?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9781317444978
Who is/are the Author/s of the book The Art of Holding in Therapy?
Karen Kleiman
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
The Art of Holding in Therapy is available as ebook(ISBN 9781317444978) and pdf(ISBN 9781317444985)