Techniques of Family Therapy [Hardcover] Haley, Jay and Hoffman, Lynn

Description

1967 edition. Hardcover has some minor wear along the sides, scuffs and marks. Some sunbleaching on the cover. No dust jacket. Spine has some wear on the top and bottom. Pages are clean and the binding is secure. Former library book has some markings and labels from the library.

This 1967 edition of “Techniques of Family Therapy” by Lynn Haley, Jay, and Hoffman is a pioneering work in the field of family therapy. Published just a few years after the emergence of this innovative approach to psychotherapy, it offers a window into the early development of a discipline that has since transformed mental health treatment. The authors were among the first to recognize the importance of considering the family system as a whole, rather than focusing solely on individual patients. Their insights laid the foundation for subsequent generations of family therapists to explore the complex dynamics and patterns within families that contribute to psychological distress.

While the book shows signs of its age and former library ownership, its well-preserved interior pages and secure binding allow readers to immerse themselves in the groundbreaking ideas that shaped this therapeutic modality. For collectors and scholars interested in the history of psychology and mental health practices, this volume represents a significant milestone in the evolution of family therapy. Its value lies not only in its historical significance but also in the enduring relevance of its core principles, which continue to inform clinical approaches today.