Philosophical Framework for Psychotherapy Integration

In this thought provoking work, Yael Peri Herzovich and Aner Govrin challengethe long standing rivalry between psychoanalysis and other psychotherapeuticapproaches, particularly cognitive behavioral therapy. They address a fundamentalquestion: How can we facilitate genuine dialogue between these dominant psychotherapyschools?Drawing on philosophical concepts such as Derrida's notion of hospitality,Hegel's dialectics, and Gadamer's dialogical approach, the authors provide a newphilosophical framework for encountering the "e;other"e; in psychotherapy integration.This book examines the barriers to integration and explores how hospitality,dialectics, and dialogue processes can facilitate openness between schools whilepreserving their unique identities. Through engaging historical analysis and practicaldemonstrations, the authors show how opposing approaches can enrich eachother, leading to more effective treatment possibilities.Offering a fresh perspective on the potential for integration and mutual influencebetween these two major psychotherapy schools, while honouring the uniquecontributions of each school, this book is essential reading for psychotherapists,psychoanalysts, psychologists, and students of mental health.