Metaphor: Its Therapeutic Use And Construction: A Professional Guide To Using Metaphor In Psychotherapy And Counseling

This book helps counselors/therapists in all treatment modalities effectively use the extended metaphor as a therapeutic tool. It is a needed addition to every therapist?s tool kit. The book will show you how to create a personalized and carefully constructed metaphor to reach a resistant client. This is especially important when we consider that each client is an individual and requires treatment specific to his or her needs. You will find a detailed description of the components used to create original therapeutic metaphors in a step-by-step fashion along with a rich and varied collection of metaphor examples. Two full-length annotated metaphors are provided to help you effect positive change in your clients. This book is a must for all mental health professionals.

Author: Martin Cohen, David H. Rosen

Publisher: Resource Publications

Publication Date: Feb 19, 2018

Number of Pages: 102 pages

Language: English

Binding: Paperback/Psychology

ISBN-10: 153264471X

ISBN-13: 9781532644719