This book is an exciting contribution to the use of mental imagery in counselling and psychotherapy. Grounded in the real-world, practical experience of the author, and developed from her in-depth Doctoral studies, it offers an original, inclusive model, well rooted in the diverse history of mental imagery in therapeutic work. It is presented in terms as vivid, imaginative and, above all, useful as the way of working it describes. It should be an inspiration for practitioners from across the psychological therapies, regardless of their theoretical orientation, and deserves a place on the bookshelf of everyone who seeks to work with the immense fund of creative opportunities the imagery of human minds can offer us. - Dr Stephen Goss, Principal Lecturer, Metanoia Institute and Co-Editor British Journal of Guidance and Counselling
This book is a highly practical and persuasive guide to developing a more inclusive practice with mental imagery. I wholeheartedly recommend it to all psychotherapists and counselors who recognize the importance of imagination in the therapeutic process. - Anees A. Sheikh, Ph.D., Professor Emeritus of Psychology, Marquette University, Editor, Baywood's Imagery and Human Development Series
A welcome and comprehensive approach to imagery as part of the warp and woof of therapeutic and counselling work. Its wide-ranging approach to theory, and very specific guidelines to practice, makes the vital and much neglected usefulness of imagery accessible to any practitioner. Highly recommended. - Dr. Dina Glouberman, Skyros Holistic Holidays founder, Imagework pioneer, author of Life Choices, Life Changes, The Joy of Burnout, and You are what you imagine
Using Mental Imagery in Counseling and Psychotherapy by Valerie Thomas is a wonderful addition to academic literature on this subject. Carefully researched and notated, it is an excellent resource for those of us interested in an academic approach. Each chapter has a list of references used, making it a great go-to guide.- Randy Kasper, IMAGINEWS
This book is an exciting contribution to the use of mental imagery in counselling and psychotherapy. Grounded in the real-world, practical experience of the author, and developed from her in-depth Doctoral studies, it offers an original, inclusive model, well rooted in the diverse history of mental imagery in therapeutic work. It is presented in terms as vivid, imaginative and, above all, useful as the way of working it describes. It should be an inspiration for practitioners from across the psychological therapies, regardless of their theoretical orientation, and deserves a place on the bookshelf of everyone who seeks to work with the immense fund of creative opportunities the imagery of human minds can offer us. - Dr Stephen Goss, Principal Lecturer, Metanoia Institute and Co-Editor British Journal of Guidance and Counselling
This book is a highly practical and persuasive guide to developing a more inclusive practice with mental imagery. I wholeheartedly recommend it to all psychotherapists and counselors who recognize the importance of imagination in the therapeutic process. - Anees A. Sheikh, Ph.D., Professor Emeritus of Psychology, Marquette University, Editor, Baywood's Imagery and Human Development Series
A welcome and comprehensive approach to imagery as part of the warp and woof of therapeutic and counselling work. Its wide-ranging approach to theory, and very specific guidelines to practice, makes the vital and much neglected usefulness of imagery accessible to any practitioner. Highly recommended. - Dr. Dina Glouberman, Skyros Holistic Holidays founder, Imagework pioneer, author of Life Choices, Life Changes, The Joy of Burnout, and You are what you imagine
In conclusion, for those experienced therapists who use or are interested in aspects of mental imagery, this book (particularly Part 2) is something I would recommend for taking along with you on your path of life - Leona Tucker MA, PTUK Certified Play Therapist
