SEMINARS IN THE PSYCHOTHERAPIES. 2ND EDITION

- Part I. Therapy Theory and Practice
• Section 1. Psychodynamic Psychotherapy:
1. Psychodynamic theory: the development of a model of the mind Jo O'Reilly
2. A psychodynamic approach to psychiatry Jo O'Reilly
3. Referral for psychodynamic psychotherapy: processes and considerations Jo O'Reilly
4. Psychodynamic psychotherapy: the consultation process Jo O'Reilly
5. Psychological models for case formulation Rachel Gibbons
6. Psychodynamic psychotherapy practice: an introduction Rachel Gibbons
• Section 2. Other Forms of Psychotherapy:
7. Cognitive behavioural therapy and dialectical behavioural therapy: an introduction PJ Saju
8. Brief psychodynamic psychotherapies Frank Margaison
9. Systemic family therapy PJ Saju
10. Cognitive analytic therapy (Cat): developing the model and the method Jason Hepple
11. Group analytic psychotherapy and the group analytic model a clinician's guide Maria Papanastassiou
12. Mentalizing in psychiatric practice Anthony Bateman
- Part II. Applied Psychotherapeutic Thinking
• Section 1. Psychological and Psychodynamic Approaches to Psychiatry:
13. Psychological approaches to affective disorders Sue Stuart Smith
14. Psychological approaches to psychosis Jo O'Reilly
15. Personality disorder Tennyson Lee
16. Complex post-traumatic stress disorder Jo Stubley
17. Psychological approaches to medical unexplained symptoms Simon Heyland
18. The psychodynamics self-harm Rachel Gibbons
19. Psychodynamic aspects of suicide and homicide Rachel Gibbons and Gwen Adshead
20. Forensic psychotherapy Jessica Yateley
• Section 2. Work in Practice:
21. The effect on staff and organisations of working with patients with psychotic illness Rachel Gibbons
22. Introduction to organisational dynamics Phil Stokoe
23. Reflective practice and its central place in mental health care Maria Eyes
24. Working psychotherapeutically with children Margot Waddell
25. Therapeutic communities Steve Pearce
• Section 3. Contemporary Developments:
26. The open dialogue approach Miomir Milovanovic
27. Neuropsychoanalysis and relational neuroscience Sue Mizen
28. Psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy Tim Read
29. Psychotherapeutic development through the life of the psychiatrist William Burbrige-James.

This comprehensive and highly readable book outlines the main psychological therapies used in contemporary clinical practice. It clearly describes the underlying theoretical principles and techniques and with vivid case examples, demonstrates the central role of these treatments in mental health care. The contribution of psychological and psychodynamic ideas to different psychiatric presentations is outlined, including mood disorders, psychosis, self harm and suicide. Other chapters specifically address recent developments, including neuropsychoanalysis, psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy and Open Dialogue. As the chapters unfold this book illustrates how a psychologically informed approach to mental disorder can enrich psychiatric practice by providing a holistic and meaningful understanding of the symptoms of psychological distress. Bringing together ideas from psychiatry and psychotherapy, this is the go-to text for trainees, experienced psychiatrists, and other mental health professionals interested in the psychological and psychodynamic aspects of psychiatry. An essential resource for preparation for the MRCPsych examinations.

Features
• Describes, develops and integrates the psychological contribution to a holistic bio-psycho-social approach to psychiatry
• Follows the MRCPsych curriculum, providing psychiatry trainees with a valuable resource for preparing for the psychotherapy components of their examinations
• Describes the contribution of psychological and psychodynamic approaches to psychiatry with vivid case examples
• Describes how to approach psychotherapeutic consultations, individual and group therapy, and reflective practice to equip both qualified and trainee practitioners with essential skills